What is correlation in statistics?
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Correlation is a statistical measure that describes the extent to which two variables change together. It can be positive, negative, or indicate no association.
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What does 'no association' mean in correlation?
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'No association' means that there is no predictable relationship between two variables; changes in one variable do not affect the other.
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What is the probability of an event?
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Probability is a measure of the likelihood that an event will occur, expressed as a number between 0 (impossible) and 1 (certain).
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How do you calculate the probability of two independent events occurring together?
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To find the probability of two independent events occurring together, multiply the probability of the first event by the probability of the second event.
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If a spinner has 4 equal sections, what is the probability of landing on any one section?
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The probability of landing on any one section is 1/4, since there are 4 equal sections.
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What is a trend line in statistics?
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A trend line is a line that is drawn on a graph to show the general direction that a group of points seems to be heading.
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How can temperature affect the number of guests at a theme park?
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Higher temperatures may lead to more guests at a theme park, as people are more likely to visit when the weather is warm.
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