Two Way Tables

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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 variables. It allows for the comparison of two categorical variables.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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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 that correspond to the categories of interest, and find the intersection to see the frequency or count.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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What does the total row/column in a two-way table represent?

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The total row/column in a two-way table represents the sum of frequencies for each category, providing an overall count for that variable.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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How can you determine the least popular option from a two-way table?

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To determine the least popular option, compare the frequencies in the relevant row or column and identify the lowest value.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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

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The purpose of using a two-way table is to organize and summarize data, making it easier to analyze relationships between two categorical variables.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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How do you calculate the total number of respondents in a two-way table?

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

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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What is a marginal total in a two-way table?

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A marginal total is the sum of the frequencies for a single category, found in the total row or column.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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How can you find the difference between two categories in a two-way table?

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To find the difference between two categories, subtract the frequency of one category from the frequency of the other.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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What is the significance of the intersection in a two-way table?

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The intersection in a two-way table shows the frequency of occurrences for the specific combination of the two categorical variables.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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How do you identify trends in a two-way table?

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To identify trends, look for patterns in the frequencies across rows and columns, noting any increases or decreases.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4