Statistics Basics Flashcard

Front

What is the main difference between descriptive and inferential statistics?

Back

Descriptive statistics are used to organize data; inferential statistics are used to make predictions about a larger group.

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In the example where you ask 20 people outside the Psychology Building about their favorite baseball team, who is the sample?

Back

The 20 people you asked

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What term refers to the broader group you want to draw conclusions about?

Back

Population

Front

Which of the following is an example of categorical data? Age, GPA, Major, Height

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Major

Front

What is a variable in statistics?

Back

A characteristic that can differ between individuals