statistical questions

Which is a statistical question that could be asked about the kids in this picture? (more than one answer possible)

• How many kids are there in the picture?

• What are their ages?

• How old is the youngest kid?

• How many pets does each kid have?

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YOUR TURN! Give an example of a statistical question!

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Which of the following are reasons to ask statistical questions? More than one answer is possible.

• Data can help identify problems to solve.

• Data can help businesses make better decisions.

• Data can help people make informed choices.

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How many apps do my classmates have on their phone?

• Statistical

• Not statistical

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How many video games does each person own?

• Statistical

• Not statistical

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Change to a statistical question: How many sixth graders like pizza?

• How many sixth graders ate pizza last night?

• How often does the typical sixth grader eat pizza?

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How many miles did you ride on your bike?

• Statistical

• Not statistical

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How much do each of the puppies in the pet shop weigh?

• Statistical

• Not statistical

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Choose the statistical question:

• What is the favorite pet of sixth graders at MSGA?

• How many sixth graders own a dog?

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What is the statistical question that was asked to gather the data found in this bar graph?

• How many students have green eyes?

• What color eyes do the students in Mr. Boughton's class have?

• How many students are in Mr. Boughton's class?

• How many eyes to the students in Mr. Boughton's class have?

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