Data Analysis for ESL Learners: Improve Your Decision-Making Skills

Question 1

Measures of central tendency provide a single numerical value that represents the 'average' or 'typical' value of a dataset. Which of the following is NOT a type of measure of central tendency?

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Standard deviation

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 2

In data analysis, which measure effectively quantifies the spread or variability of data points in a distribution?

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Standard Deviation

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Arithmetic Mean

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Median

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Range

Question 3

Which type of graph shows data values by splitting them into stems and leaves?

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Stem-and-leaf plot

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Pie chart

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Frequency table

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Scatter plot

Question 4

What is the correct order of steps for data analysis?

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Collect data, organize data, analyze data, draw conclusions

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Analyze data, collect data, organize data, draw conclusions

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Draw conclusions, analyze data, collect data, organize data

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Organize data, collect data, analyze data, draw conclusions

Question 5

Which measure shows how often a specific value appears in a dataset?

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Frequency

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Mean

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Median

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Range

Question 6

In a data set, the mean is always:

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The sum of all values divided by the number of values.

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The smallest value.

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The largest value.

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The middle value.

Question 7

What is the main reason for calculating the standard deviation of a data set?

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To measure the spread or dispersion of the data set

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To determine the average value of the data set

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To find the smallest value in the data set

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To find the largest value in the data set

Question 8

When analyzing data, which of these is NOT a measure of central tendency?

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Range

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a measure of the center of a data set?

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Variance

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 10

In a data set, which measure of central tendency finds the value that occurs most frequently?

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Mode

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Mean

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Median

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Standard deviation

Question 11

In a data set of scores, which measure represents the average score?

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

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Range

Question 12

In a dataset, which statistical measure is NOT a measure of central tendency?

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Variance

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 13

In data analysis, which measure of central tendency represents the average value of a set of data?

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Mean

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Mode

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Median

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Range

Question 14

In a set of data, which of these values represents the 'average' or 'middle' value?

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Mean

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Standard deviation

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Frequency

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Percentile

Question 15

In a dataset, which measure of central tendency represents the middle value when arranged in order from least to greatest?

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Median

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Mean

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Mode

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Range

Question 16

In a skewed data distribution, which measure of central tendency is most suitable to reduce the influence of extreme values?

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Median

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Mean

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Mode

Question 17

In a data set with extreme values, which measure of central tendency best reflects the typical value?

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Median

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Mean

Question 18

In data analysis, which graph best shows how data is spread out?

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Histogram

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Scatter plot

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Pie chart

Question 19

Which measure of central tendency is most affected by extreme values in a dataset?

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 20

To effectively illustrate the relationship between two numerical variables in a clear and understandable manner, which of the following graphical representations would be most appropriate?

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Scatter plot

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Pie chart

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Histogram

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Bar chart

Question 21

What is a measure of central tendency?

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Mean

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Standard deviation

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Frequency

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Range

Question 22

What unique feature sets bar graphs apart from other data visualizations?

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Bar graphs display data using vertical bars.

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Bar graphs always use curved lines.

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Bar graphs show the connection between two variables.

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Bar graphs are a type of pie chart.

Question 23

What numerical value describes the center of a dataset?

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Mean

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Range

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Standard deviation

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a measure of central tendency?

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Range

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 25

In a symmetrical bell-shaped distribution, the mean, median, and mode have what relationship?

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They are all equal.

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The mean is greater than the median, which is greater than the mode.

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The mean is less than the median, which is less than the mode.

Question 26

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a line graph?

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Displays changes over time or along a continuous scale

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Shows the relationship between a categorical variable and a continuous variable

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Displays the frequency distribution of a dataset

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Presents data that is categorical in nature

Question 27

In a dataset, the median is the value that:

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Is the middle value when the dataset is arranged in order from smallest to largest

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Is the same as the mean

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Is the smallest value in the dataset

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Is the largest value in the dataset

Question 28

In statistics, variance measures:

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How far data points are spread out from the mean

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The difference between the highest and lowest values

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The average of all the data points

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The total number of data points

Question 29

Which of the following is a measure of dispersion, rather than a measure of central tendency?

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Standard deviation

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 30

In statistics, which measure of central tendency shows the value that appears most often in a dataset?

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Mode

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Mean

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Median

Question 31

In statistics, which of the following is NOT a measure of central tendency?

Accepted Answer

Standard deviation

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 32

When analyzing a skewed data distribution, which measure of central tendency provides the most reliable representation of the data?

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Median

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Mean

Question 33

When a data set has a high variance, what is most likely to be true about the data points?

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They are spread out over a wide range

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They are clustered closely together

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The median value is significantly lower than the mean

Question 34

In a set of data, which value occurs the most?

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Mode

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Mean

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Median

Question 35

In data analysis, which graph best shows the frequency distribution by dividing data into equal intervals and displaying frequencies as rectangular columns?

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Histogram

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Bar graph

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Line graph

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Pie chart

Question 36

In data analysis, which graph is best for showing how values are spread out for a single variable?

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Histogram

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Bar graph

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Line graph

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Pie chart

Question 37

Which measure of central tendency is most heavily influenced by extreme values in a dataset?

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

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Range

Question 38

Which measure of dispersion shows the average distance of data points from the mean?

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Mean absolute deviation

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Variance

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Range

Question 39

When working with skewed data, which measure of central tendency is most appropriate?

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Median

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Mean

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Mode

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Standard deviation

Question 40

Which type of graph shows the relationship between two numbers, allowing you to see patterns and trends?

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Scatterplot

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Bar graph

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Histogram

Question 41

To find the 'average' value of a dataset, which measure of central tendency involves adding up all the values and dividing that sum by the total number of values?

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 42

When comparing the 'average' values of multiple datasets, which measure of central tendency is most suitable for a direct and straightforward comparison?

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

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Standard deviation

Question 43

In a set of data, which value splits the data into two equal halves, with half of the values below it and the other half above it? Explain its significance and give an example.

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Median

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Mode

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Mean

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Range

Question 44

In statistical hypothesis testing, which two types of hypotheses are created?

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Null hypothesis (H0) and Alternative hypothesis (Ha)

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Descriptive hypothesis and Inferential hypothesis

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One-tailed hypothesis and Two-tailed hypothesis

Question 45

What is a confidence interval, and how does it help us estimate a population parameter with a specific level of confidence?

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A range of values that likely includes the true population parameter, calculated using sample size, variability, and desired confidence level.

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A single value representing our best guess for the true population parameter.

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A tool for testing if a sample mean differs significantly from a hypothesized population mean.

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A fixed-width range that does not depend on sample size or confidence level.

Question 46

How do measures of dispersion, like range or variance, complement measures of central tendency, such as mean or median, in data analysis?

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They provide a comprehensive view of data variability alongside central tendency.

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They ensure the validity of statistical conclusions.

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They are solely applicable to datasets that exhibit a normal distribution.

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They offer no additional information beyond what is provided by measures of central tendency.

Question 47

Which types of graphs are most appropriate for showing the relationship between different categories?

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Bar and pie charts

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Scatter plots

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Line graphs

Question 48

What is the key difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Quantitative data is numerical, while qualitative data is non-numerical.

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Qualitative data is numerical, while quantitative data is non-numerical.

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Both qualitative and quantitative data are numerical.

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Both qualitative and quantitative data are non-numerical.

Question 49

To ensure representation from different groups of people, which sampling method is the best choice?

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Stratified sampling

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Simple random sampling

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Systematic sampling

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Cluster sampling

Question 50

In data analysis, which technique allows us to make predictions or estimates about a population based on a sample? Also, what is a key factor that affects the accuracy of these predictions?

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Sampling and Sample Size

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Regression Analysis

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Hypothesis Testing

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Data Visualization

Question 51

Identify the option that is NOT considered a measure of central tendency.

Accepted Answer

Standard deviation

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 52

Which type of graph is optimal for illustrating the distribution of data?

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Histogram

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Bar graph

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Line graph

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Pie chart

Question 53

In a six-sided die, what is the probability of rolling a '6'?

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1/6

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1/3

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1/2

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1

Question 54

To calculate the sample mean, which formula is used?

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Σx / n

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Σx^2 / n

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x / n

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Σ(x - x̄)^2 / n

Question 55

What is the primary purpose of a confidence interval?

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To estimate the true population mean

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To test the significance of a difference between groups

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To predict future events

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To determine the probability of a given outcome

Question 56

Explain the fundamental distinction between a population and a sample.

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A population represents the entire group of interest, while a sample is a subset of that group.

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A sample represents the entire group of interest, while a population is a subset of that group.

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A population is a hypothetical group, while a sample is a real group.

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There is no distinction between a population and a sample.

Question 57

Which measure of central tendency is most affected by extreme values (outliers)?

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 58

Which data visualization method is best for showing how multiple data points change over time?

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Line chart

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Bar chart

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Pie chart

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Scatter plot

Question 59

For data science and advanced analytics, which software is best suited for analyzing extensive and intricate datasets?

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R

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Excel

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Tableau

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Google Sheets

Question 60

How does transforming data into a narrative in data storytelling improve decision-making?

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Makes data easier to understand and interpret, aiding better judgment.

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Eliminates the need for data analysis, as the narrative provides all necessary insights.

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Focuses solely on presenting positive data, leading to biased decision-making.

Question 61

When communicating data analysis results, which approach enhances clarity and ensures a broad understanding?

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Providing clear explanations with relevant examples

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Using technical statistical jargon

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Omitting certain data points to simplify the presentation

Question 62

Which action is considered an ethical and legal violation in data privacy protection?

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Sharing data with others without permission

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Getting permission before collecting personal data

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Removing personal information before sharing data

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Following rules and standards for handling data

Question 63

In data analysis, what is the main purpose of using probability?

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To make predictions and draw conclusions from data

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To summarize datasets using numerical values

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To organize and visualize data effectively

Question 64

In data analysis, what's the main reason we determine statistical significance when comparing groups or variables?

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To calculate the likelihood that differences are due to chance

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To prove a cause-and-effect link between differences

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To decide if there's no real difference between the groups or variables

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To ensure the conclusions from the analysis are always correct