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In a designed experiment, what role does the researcher primarily take?
In a designed experiment, what role does the researcher primarily take?
- Exerting strict control over the experimental units. (correct)
- Observing units in their natural setting without intervention.
- Surveying a group of people to gather their responses.
- Collecting data from publicly available sources.
Which of the following best describes a 'representative sample'?
Which of the following best describes a 'representative sample'?
- A large sample size that guarantees accurate results.
- A sample selected purely by chance, ensuring every individual has an equal opportunity to be included.
- A sample that mirrors the characteristics of the population of interest. (correct)
- A sample that over-represents certain segments of the population.
What is the fundamental principle behind obtaining a 'random sample'?
What is the fundamental principle behind obtaining a 'random sample'?
- Ensuring the sample includes a variety of different characteristics.
- Giving every possible sample of the same size an equal chance of being selected. (correct)
- Selecting individuals who are easily accessible.
- Guaranteeing that the sample is free from any bias.
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies 'selection bias' in sampling?
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies 'selection bias' in sampling?
In the context of surveys, what does 'nonresponse bias' refer to?
In the context of surveys, what does 'nonresponse bias' refer to?
Which of the following scenarios would most likely result in 'measurement error'?
Which of the following scenarios would most likely result in 'measurement error'?
What is a key characteristic of a well-designed table for data presentation?
What is a key characteristic of a well-designed table for data presentation?
Which method of data presentation is most effective for conveying numerical values or relationships in a visually compelling manner?
Which method of data presentation is most effective for conveying numerical values or relationships in a visually compelling manner?
What is the primary purpose of a pie or circle graph?
What is the primary purpose of a pie or circle graph?
How do observation studies primarily collect data?
How do observation studies primarily collect data?
Which of the following is an example of obtaining data from a published source?
Which of the following is an example of obtaining data from a published source?
What does 'statistical thinking' primarily involve?
What does 'statistical thinking' primarily involve?
If a researcher wants to analyze trends in sales data over several years, which type of graph would be the most suitable?
If a researcher wants to analyze trends in sales data over several years, which type of graph would be the most suitable?
A market analyst aims to divide consumers into groups based on their spending habits. Which type of graph is appropriate?
A market analyst aims to divide consumers into groups based on their spending habits. Which type of graph is appropriate?
What is the role of statistical analysis in addressing a real-world managerial problem?
What is the role of statistical analysis in addressing a real-world managerial problem?
Which of the following statistical software packages is commonly used for data analysis?
Which of the following statistical software packages is commonly used for data analysis?
Why is statistical understanding important when using statistical computer packages?
Why is statistical understanding important when using statistical computer packages?
Which scenario describes the application of statistical thinking in managerial decision making?
Which scenario describes the application of statistical thinking in managerial decision making?
Why is understanding the limitations of statistical software important for data analysis?
Why is understanding the limitations of statistical software important for data analysis?
A company wants to gather data on employee satisfaction. What approach would involve surveying a sample of employees?
A company wants to gather data on employee satisfaction. What approach would involve surveying a sample of employees?
What characteristic distinguishes a 'random sample' from a 'representative sample'?
What characteristic distinguishes a 'random sample' from a 'representative sample'?
In managerial context, what’s the importance of statistical thinking?
In managerial context, what’s the importance of statistical thinking?
What graphical presentation would be most effective in illustrating changes in a continuous variable over time?
What graphical presentation would be most effective in illustrating changes in a continuous variable over time?
When would a bar graph be preferred over a pie chart for data presentation?
When would a bar graph be preferred over a pie chart for data presentation?
How would one best describe the statistical errors encountered during non-random sampling?
How would one best describe the statistical errors encountered during non-random sampling?
Flashcards
Published data source
Published data source
Data from books, journals, websites, etc.
Designed experiment
Designed experiment
Data where the researcher controls experimental units.
Survey data
Survey data
Data from surveying a group of people.
Observational study
Observational study
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Representative sample
Representative sample
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Random sample
Random sample
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Statistical Thinking
Statistical Thinking
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Selection bias
Selection bias
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Nonresponse bias
Nonresponse bias
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Measurement Error
Measurement Error
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Tabular presentation
Tabular presentation
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Graphical presentation
Graphical presentation
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Line Graph
Line Graph
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Bar Graph
Bar Graph
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Pie or Circle Graph
Pie or Circle Graph
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Study Notes
- Obtaining data can be achieved in four ways, from a published source, a designed experiment, a survey, or collected observationally
Obtaining Data
- Types of published sources are books, journals, newspapers, and websites
- A designed experiment requires the researcher to exert strict control over the experimental units
- A survey involves collecting responses from a group of people
- An observational study records variables of interest in a natural setting
Samples
- A representative sample reflects the characteristics of the population of interest
- A random sample of n experimental units is selected from the population, ensuring every different sample of size n has an equal chance of selection
- Every sample of size n has an equal chance of selection when using a random sample
Statistical Thinking
- It applies rational thought and statistics to assess data and inferences critically
- Variation exists in populations and process data
- A random sample of n experimental units is selected from the population so that every different sample of size n has an equal chance of selection
Nonrandom Sample Errors
- Selection bias occurs when a subset of experimental units is excluded from the population, so they cannot be selected
- Nonresponse bias happens when researchers cannot obtain data from all experimental units selected for the sample
- Measurement error refers to inaccuracies in recorded data values that may come from ambiguous questions or interviewer effect
Statistical Computer Packages
- Some typical software include: SPSS, MINITAB, and Excel
- Need statistical understanding, assumptions, and limitations
Data Presentation
- Tabular presentation arranges data in rows and columns for easy comparison and analysis
- A good table design needs to be simple, logically arranged, and easy to read
- Graphical presentation uses pictures to present numerical values or relationships clearly
- Graphical methods attract attention, provide a comprehensive view of quantitative data, and are simple to understand
Types of Graphs
- Line graphs are the oldest, simplest, most familiar, and widely used, plotting points with reference to an arithmetic scale
- Bar graphs compare categories chronologically using horizontal and vertical arrangements
- Pie or circle graphs display data as a circular diagram divided into sections, showing the percent distribution of a whole, preferably with less than 5 or 6 sectors
Data Presentation Example
- Total government revenues from taxes reached P1375 million in the year 2000
- Principal receipts in 1980 included P885 million in indirect taxes and P374 million in direct taxes
- Other revenue sources were property income (P75 million) and net donations from abroad (P41 million)
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