Interpreting Data

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What is categorical data?

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Categorical data represents characteristics or qualities that can be divided into groups or categories, such as favorite food or colors.

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What is numerical data?

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Numerical data consists of numbers that can be measured or counted, such as age, height, or the number of cars sold.

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What does it mean when data changes over time?

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Data that changes over time refers to information that can vary or fluctuate, such as temperature or stock prices.

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What type of data is 'favorite food'?

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Categorical data.

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What type of data is 'total family members'?

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Numerical data.

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If a farmer needs the most help in March, what does this indicate about crop harvesting?

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It indicates that March is likely the peak season for harvesting crops.

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How do you calculate the total cost of lawn mowing for 2 hours if it costs $18?

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The total cost is simply the price per hour multiplied by the number of hours, which is $18 for 2 hours.

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If Mr. Smith sold 20 cars in September, what does this tell us about his sales performance?

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It indicates that he had a specific number of successful sales during that month.

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What is the importance of interpreting data?

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Interpreting data helps us make informed decisions based on the information we gather.

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What is an example of categorical data?

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An example of categorical data is the type of pet someone has, such as dog, cat, or fish.