Data Distribution

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What is data distribution?

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Data distribution refers to how values of a dataset are spread or arranged across different categories or intervals.

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CCSS.6.SP.A.3

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What does it mean when a graph has a peak?

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A peak in a graph indicates the value or category where the highest frequency of data points occurs.

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What is a mode in data distribution?

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The mode is the value that appears most frequently in a dataset.

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CCSS.6.SP.A.3

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What does it mean if there is a gap in the data?

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A gap in the data indicates a range of values where no data points are present.

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What is a symmetrical distribution?

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A symmetrical distribution is one where the left and right sides of the graph are mirror images of each other.

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What is a skewed distribution?

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A skewed distribution is one where the data points are not evenly distributed, causing a tail on one side of the graph.

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What does 'skewed right' mean?

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'Skewed right' means that the tail on the right side of the distribution is longer or fatter than the left side.

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What does 'skewed left' mean?

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'Skewed left' means that the tail on the left side of the distribution is longer or fatter than the right side.

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How can you identify the mode from a graph?

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The mode can be identified as the highest point or peak in the graph where the most data points are concentrated.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.A.1

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What is the importance of identifying gaps in data?

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Identifying gaps in data helps to understand the distribution and can indicate missing information or anomalies.