Statistical vs. Non-Statistical Questions

Statistical vs. Non-Statistical Questions

Assessment

Interactive Video

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Mathematics

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6th - 7th Grade

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Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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The video tutorial explains how to identify statistical questions, which are questions with more than one possible answer. It introduces the concept of variability and contrasts statistical questions with factual ones. A practice problem involving an aquarium trip is used to illustrate the identification process. The video concludes by summarizing the key points and reinforcing the understanding of statistical questions.

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16 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key feature of a statistical question?

It has only one possible answer.

It can be answered with a fact.

It has multiple possible answers.

It is always a yes or no question.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What distinguishes a statistical question from a factual one?

It requires a single factual answer.

It is always a yes or no question.

It allows for multiple possible answers.

It is based on scientific data.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of a non-statistical question?

It is always a yes or no question.

It has multiple possible answers.

It is based on opinion.

It has only one factual answer.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a statistical question?

What is your favorite color?

How many siblings do you have?

Is the sky blue?

What is the average height of students in a class?

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a statistical question?

What is your favorite color?

What is the most popular ice cream flavor?

How many days are in a year?

What is your favorite sport?

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is 'Did the aquarium have a gift shop?' not a statistical question?

It is a complex question.

It is based on opinion.

It has only one factual answer.

It can have multiple answers.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is 'Is the aquarium open on Tuesdays?' not considered a statistical question?

It is based on opinion.

It has only one factual answer.

It is a complex question.

It can have multiple answers.

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