Vocabulary Unit 8 APCSP

Information in the context of data is defined as:

• Data that has been processed into a meaningful form

• Raw facts and figures

• A collection of unrelated data

• Data that is stored in a database

Correlation as it relates to data is:

• a measure of the relationship between two variables

• a method to collect data

• a type of data visualization

• a statistical test for hypothesis

Causation in data analysis refers to:

• The relationship between two variables where one variable causes a change in another.

• The correlation between two variables without implying cause and effect.

• The process of collecting and analyzing data.

• The graphical representation of data.

Metadata in the context of data is defined as:

• Data about data

• A type of database

• A programming language

• A data storage device

Cleaning Data is important because:

• it helps in maintaining data accuracy and consistency.

• it is a time-consuming process.

• it is only necessary for large datasets.

• it is a regulatory requirement.

Data filtering is a process that involves:

• removing unwanted data from a dataset

• adding new data to a dataset

• duplicating data within a dataset

• analyzing data trends

Crowdsourcing is a method used in data collection. What is it?

• A method of collecting data from a large group of people, typically via the internet.

• A technique for analyzing data using artificial intelligence.

• A process of storing data in cloud servers.

• A way to secure data using encryption.

Explain the concept of Citizen Science.

• Citizen Science is a scientific research conducted by professional scientists only.

• Citizen Science involves public participation and collaboration in scientific research.

• Citizen Science is a government-led initiative to promote science education.

• Citizen Science is a term used for science fiction literature.

What is meant by Big data?

• A large volume of data that is difficult to process using traditional methods

• A small amount of data that is easy to process

• Data that is only stored in cloud servers

• Data that is only used by large corporations

Open data is defined as data that is:

• restricted and proprietary

• available for anyone to use, modify, and share

• only accessible to government agencies

• only available for purchase