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What is a two-way table?

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A two-way table is a statistical table that displays the frequency distribution of two categorical variables, allowing for the analysis of the relationship between them.

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How do you read a two-way table?

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To read a two-way table, locate the row and column corresponding to the categories of interest, and find the intersection to determine the frequency or count.

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What does the term 'marginal frequency' mean in a two-way table?

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Marginal frequency refers to the totals found in the margins (the last row and column) of a two-way table, representing the total counts for each category.

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What is 'joint frequency' in a two-way table?

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Joint frequency is the count that appears in the body of the two-way table, representing the frequency of occurrences for a specific combination of categories.

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How can you calculate the total number of observations from a two-way table?

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To calculate the total number of observations, sum all the joint frequencies in the table.

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What is the purpose of using a two-way table?

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The purpose of using a two-way table is to organize and analyze the relationship between two categorical variables, making it easier to identify patterns and trends.

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What is a 'conditional frequency' in a two-way table?

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Conditional frequency is the frequency of a specific category given another category, often calculated by dividing the joint frequency by the total of the row or column.

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How do you find the percentage of a category in a two-way table?

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To find the percentage of a category, divide the frequency of that category by the total number of observations and multiply by 100.

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What is the difference between 'row total' and 'column total' in a two-way table?

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Row total is the sum of frequencies across a row, while column total is the sum of frequencies down a column, both representing marginal frequencies.

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How can two-way tables help in making predictions?

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Two-way tables can help in making predictions by analyzing the relationship between variables and identifying trends that can inform future outcomes.

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