2 Way Frequency Tables

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What is a two-way frequency table?

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

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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How do you calculate relative frequency?

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Relative frequency is calculated by dividing the frequency of a specific outcome by the total number of observations, often expressed as a percentage.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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What does it mean if a relative frequency is 15%?

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It means that 15 out of every 100 observations fall into that specific category or outcome.

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

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The purpose is to summarize data and show the relationship between two categorical variables, making it easier to analyze patterns and trends.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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How can you find the total frequency in a two-way table?

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To find the total frequency, sum all the frequencies in the table.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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What is the significance of the marginal totals in a two-way frequency table?

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Marginal totals are the sums of the rows and columns, providing the total counts for each category, which helps in understanding the overall distribution.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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If 10 out of 200 people purchased no food, what is the relative frequency?

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The relative frequency is 5% (10/200 * 100).

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CCSS.7.SP.A.2

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What does it indicate if a person who plays an instrument is most likely to play a team sport?

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It suggests a correlation between playing an instrument and participating in team sports, indicating that these activities may be related.

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How do you interpret a relative frequency of about 27% for students ages 14-17 who skip breakfast?

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It indicates that approximately 27 out of every 100 students in that age group skip breakfast.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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What is the formula for calculating the percentage of a subgroup in a two-way table?

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Percentage = (Frequency of the subgroup / Total frequency) * 100.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4