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What type of data involves organizing individuals or things into groups based on their characteristics?
What are two examples of Categorical Data?
Gender, blood type
Which of the following is an example of Numerical Data?
Continuous variables have values obtained by counting.
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Give an example of a discrete variable.
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Define data in your own words.
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What is the difference between data and information?
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Tabular presentation is often better than a ________ presentation.
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Graphs are not effective tools for conveying information.
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Study Notes
Data Management: Introduction
- Data provides partial insights, not a complete picture.
- Ethical data handling ensures respect for individuals, trust, and moral principles.
- Importance of ethical awareness in handling information.
Principles of Ethical Data Handling
- Keeping information safe and secure.
- Being honest and fair when dealing with data.
- Ensuring clarity and transparency in data presentation.
- Obtaining informed consent when working with data.
Types of Data
- Categorical Data: Groups individuals/objects based on characteristics (e.g., gender, eye color, blood type).
- Numerical Data: Uses exact numerical values (e.g., height, weight, age).
Classifying Numerical Data
- Discrete Variables: Countable values (e.g., number of children, male students, patients with T.B.).
- Continuous Variables: Values obtained by measuring (e.g., temperature, distance, age, height, weight).
Data Presentation
- Textual Presentation: Combines text and numerical facts in narrative form.
- Tabular Presentation: Arranges data in rows and columns, offering clear numeric insights.
- Graphical Presentation: Visualizes data using charts, graphs, and pictures for easy understanding and trend analysis.
Graphical Presentation Benefits
- Provides a quick overview of data.
- Facilitates comparisons between different data points.
- Reveals trends and relationships within the data.
- Shows changes over time and frequency distribution.
- Demonstrates correlation and relative shares.
Interpreting Graphs
- Different types of graphs are used for showing different types of information.
- Choosing the right type of graph is essential for effective communication.
- Histograms are commonly used to represent numerical data, providing insights into the frequency distribution.
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Description
This quiz covers the foundational aspects of data management, emphasizing the principles of ethical data handling. It explores various types of data, such as categorical and numerical, and discusses their classification and presentation methods. Test your understanding of ethical practices and data representation.
