Two Way Tables

Front

What is a two-way table?

Back

A two-way table is a statistical table that displays the frequency distribution of two categorical variables. It helps in analyzing the relationship between the two variables.

Tags

CCSS.8.SP.A.4

Front

How do you read a two-way table?

Back

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.

Tags

CCSS.8.SP.A.4

Front

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

Back

The total in a two-way table represents the sum of all frequencies for a particular row or column, indicating the overall count for that category.

Tags

CCSS.8.SP.A.4

Front

How can you find the number of males who prefer a specific sport using a two-way table?

Back

Locate the row for 'Males' and the column for the specific sport in the two-way table, then read the value at their intersection.

Tags

CCSS.8.SP.A.4

Front

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

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.8.SP.A.4

Front

If a two-way table shows 15 males prefer basketball, what does this tell us?

Back

This tells us that out of the surveyed males, 15 have indicated a preference for basketball.

Tags

CCSS.8.SP.A.4

Front

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

Back

The blue box typically represents a value that needs to be calculated or filled in based on the data provided in the table.

Tags

CCSS.8.SP.A.4

Front

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

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.8.SP.A.4

Front

What does it mean if a two-way table shows a high frequency in one category?

Back

A high frequency in one category indicates that a significant number of respondents fall into that category, suggesting a strong preference or trend.

Tags

CCSS.8.SP.A.4

Front

How can you determine the number of females surveyed from a two-way table?

Back

To determine the number of females surveyed, look for the total in the row or column designated for females.

Tags

CCSS.8.SP.A.4