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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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How do you read a two-way frequency table?

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

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What does the term 'marginal frequency' mean?

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Marginal frequency refers to the totals found in the margins of a two-way frequency table, representing the total counts for each category.

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What is a conditional frequency?

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

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How do you calculate the percentage from a frequency table?

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To calculate the percentage, divide the frequency of the category by the total frequency and multiply by 100.

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What is the purpose of using two-way frequency tables?

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Two-way frequency tables are used to analyze the relationship between two categorical variables and to identify patterns or trends in the data.

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What is the difference between a frequency and a relative frequency?

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Frequency is the count of occurrences of a category, while relative frequency is the proportion of the total that the category represents.

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How can you determine which group prefers a certain option using a two-way frequency table?

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By comparing the frequencies of the option across different groups, you can identify which group has the highest or lowest preference.

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What is the significance of the total row and column in a two-way frequency table?

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The total row and column provide the overall counts for each category, which are essential for calculating percentages and understanding the data distribution.

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

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

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