Understanding Basic Statistics

What is the primary purpose of statistics in data analysis?

• To create data

• To organize and analyze data for decision making

• To store data

• To ignore data

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Which organization uses statistics to suggest content to viewers?

• Netflix

• Amazon

• Google

• Facebook

What does Netflix use statistics for besides recommending content?

• To reduce the number of employees

• To increase subscription prices

• To delete old shows

• To decide on creating new shows or movies

Which field uses statistics to study the effectiveness of new medicines?

• Engineering

• Healthcare

• Education

• Economics

What do education experts use statistics for?

• To track graduation rates

• To design school buildings

• To create new sports

• To predict weather patterns