
Intro to Statistics (1.1 -1.5 Vocab)
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12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Statistics
The study of numbers and their relationships.
The science of conducting studies to collect, organize, summarize, analyze, and draw conclusions from data.
A method for predicting future events based on past data.
The art of creating visual representations of data.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Convenience Samples
A method of sampling that ensures every individual has an equal chance of being selected.
A poor method of sampling in which the sample is chosen individuals were the easiest to reach or access. It creates bias.
A technique that involves selecting individuals based on specific characteristics to ensure diversity.
A sampling method that relies on random selection from a larger population.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Stratified Random Sample
Researchers obtain their sample by dividing the population into similar groups and then randomly selected a certain number from each group.
Researchers select a sample based on convenience and accessibility.
Researchers choose participants who are easily available without any specific criteria.
Researchers randomly select individuals from the entire population without grouping.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Sample
A part of subset of the population from which we actually collect information.
A complete set of data collected from the entire population.
An estimate of the population based on theoretical models.
A random selection of individuals from a specific demographic.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Cluster Random Sample
Researchers choose their sample by dividing the population into groups and then a random group is selected to be the sample.
Researchers select individuals randomly from the entire population without grouping.
Researchers use a systematic approach to select every nth individual from the population.
Researchers choose a sample based on specific characteristics of the population.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Population
The entire group of individuals or objects that are being studied.
A sample of individuals selected from a larger group.
The average of all individuals in a study.
The total number of individuals in a specific area.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Systematic Random Sample
Researchers obtain the sample by selecting every subject randomly from the population.
Researchers obtain the sample by numbering every subject of the population and then selecting every nth subject.
Researchers obtain the sample by choosing subjects based on their characteristics.
Researchers obtain the sample by surveying only the first 10 subjects in the population.
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