Introduction to Statistics

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What is the origin of the term 'statistics'?

From the Greek word 'statis' meaning 'number'
From the French word 'statiste' meaning 'calculator'
From the Latin word 'status' meaning 'political state' or 'government' (correct)
From the German word 'statistik' meaning 'data collector'

According to the Bible, which rulers used statistics?

King Solomon and King David
Moses and David (correct)
Noah and Moses
Abraham and Jacob

What is the main purpose of statistics?

To convert data into usable forms (correct)
To make predictions about future events
To make conclusions about a population
To collect and analyze data

What is an example of categorical information?

The religious affiliation of a classmate (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the last step in the Statistical Process?

Interpretation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of processing and converting raw data?

To make it usable and provide guidance for future decisions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of statistics in ancient times?

To carry out functions of the government (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe numerical and categorical information?

Data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the collection step in the Statistical Process?

To gather numerical and categorical information (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of not processing and converting raw data?

Useless data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of statistics in everyday life?

To convert data into usable forms (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many steps are involved in the Statistical Process?

4 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Origins of Statistics

The term "statistics" originates from the Latin word "status", meaning "political state" or "government".
Statistics was initially used to perform government functions.

Definition of Statistics

Statistics is a branch of mathematics that deals with: • collecting data • organizing data • presenting data • analyzing data • interpreting data
The goal is to convert data into usable forms.

Everyday Examples of Data

Numerical information: • scores in math quizzes • ages of classmates • cost of a meal in the school canteen • number of boys and girls in the classroom
Categorical information: • religious affiliations of classmates

Examples Outside of School

Numerical information: • number of patients in the hospital • monthly income of your family • number of COVID-19 cases in the Philippines
Categorical information: • civil status of relatives

The Statistical Process

A four-step process: • collection • organization and presentation • analysis • interpretation

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Learn about the origins and definition of statistics, its role in government, and how it's used in everyday life. Discover the importance of data analysis and interpretation.