5 Questions
Inferential statistics allow a researcher to generalize to a larger number of individuals based on information from a limited number of subjects. This is achieved through:
Statistical inference
What is the purpose of probability theory in inferential statistics?
To establish a connection between samples and population
Inferential statistics are based on which of the following?
Probability theory
What is the main difference between inferential statistics and descriptive statistics?
Inferential statistics is concerned with making inferences about a population, while descriptive statistics focuses on properties of observed data
Which of the following best describes inferential statistics?
A branch of statistics that focuses on making inferences about a population based on a sample
Test your knowledge of inferential statistics and statistical analysis of research data with this quiz by Reigner Jay B. Escartin, RMT. Explore the practicality of "statistically significant" results, considering factors such as cost/benefit, crucial differences, client and public acceptability, and ethical and legal concerns. Enhance your understanding of how inferential statistics provide a means for drawing conclusions about populations based on sample data.
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