Evolution of Statistics Quiz

• Vincent van Gogh
• Leonardo da Vinci
• Florence Nightingale (correct)
• Pablo Picasso

• The establishment of the World Health Organization in the 19th century
• The development of probability theory in the 17th century (correct)
• The discovery of electricity in the 18th century
• The invention of the first computer in the 20th century

The key milestones in the historical development of statistics include the development of probability theory, the formalization of statistical methods, and the application of statistics in various fields such as social sciences, economics, and natural sciences.

<p>The establishment of statistical associations and journals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Statistics has evolved from basic data collection and analysis to sophisticated methods of data interpretation, inference, and prediction, contributing to advancements in various fields and decision-making processes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The historical development of statistics is significant as it has enabled the understanding of uncertainty, variability, and patterns in data, leading to the development of scientific methods, evidence-based decision-making, and advancements in research and technology.</p> Signup and view all the answers