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What is the origin of the term 'statistics'?
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?
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?
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?
What is an example of categorical information?
What is the last step in the Statistical Process?
What is the last step in the Statistical Process?
What is the purpose of processing and converting raw data?
What is the purpose of processing and converting raw data?
What is the primary function of statistics in ancient times?
What is the primary function of statistics in ancient times?
What is the term used to describe numerical and categorical information?
What is the term used to describe numerical and categorical information?
What is the purpose of the collection step in the Statistical Process?
What is the purpose of the collection step in the Statistical Process?
What is the result of not processing and converting raw data?
What is the result of not processing and converting raw data?
What is the primary goal of statistics in everyday life?
What is the primary goal of statistics in everyday life?
How many steps are involved in the Statistical Process?
How many steps are involved in the Statistical Process?
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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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