2-Way Frequency Tables Vocab

What does the term "frequency" refer to?

• The relationship between two sets of data

• How often something occurs

• Something that can be counted

• A group that has something in common

What is a "2-way frequency table" used for?

• To count individual items

• To show the relationship between two sets of data

• To categorize items into groups

• To measure how often something occurs

What is a "variable" in the context of data?

• A group that has something in common

• How often something occurs

• Something that can be counted

• A table showing relationships

What does the term "category" mean?

• A table showing relationships

• How often something occurs

• Something that can be counted

• A group that has something in common

What is a Venn Diagram used for?

• Drawing using circles that shows how groups are related.

• A chart for numerical data.

• A method for solving equations.

• A tool for measuring angles.

What type of data is described as being reported using numbers?

• Categorical data

• Numerical data

• Statistical data

• Venn data

Which type of data is descriptive, like color or favorite sport?

• Numerical data

• Statistical data

• Categorical data

• Venn data

What does the field of statistics involve?

• Drawing circles to show relationships

• Collecting and analyzing data looking for common characteristics

• Reporting data using numbers

• Describing data with colors

What is the purpose of a bar graph?

• To solve equations

• To measure angles

• To show the frequency of data using bars

• To categorize items into groups

Which type of chart is best for showing parts of a whole?

• Bar chart

• Pie chart

• Line chart

• Scatter plot