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What is the formula for obtaining the standard deviation from variance?

  • Take the square root of the variance (correct)
  • Multiply the variance by 2
  • Square the variance
  • Add a constant to the variance

How does the mean of a sampling distribution relate to the population mean?

  • The sample mean is always higher than the population mean
  • The sample mean is equal to the population mean (correct)
  • The sample mean and population mean are unrelated
  • The sample mean is always lower than the population mean

What does the combination notation nCr represent?

  • The number of ways to choose r items from n items without regard to order (correct)
  • The total possible outcomes in a discrete probability distribution
  • The number of ways to arrange n items in a sequence
  • The number of ways to select r items from n items in a specific order

In a finite population, how is variance calculated?

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What is the primary purpose of using a discrete probability distribution?

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What is the shape of the graph representing normal distribution?

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What happens to the averages of many random samples from any population according to the Central Limit Theorem?

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Which of the following describes a key property of normal distribution?

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Which of the following best describes the nature of normal distribution?

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In normal distribution, where are the values of the variable mostly concentrated?

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What does the symmetry of normal distribution imply?

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When considering the properties of normal distribution, which is NOT true?

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Which statement about the mean, median, and mode in a normal distribution is true?

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What should be done to the area corresponding to a positive z-score when calculating its percentile?

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How do you express a percentile rank when calculating it from a z-score?

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When shading one half of the curve, what value do you subtract?

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What is the correct z-score for the 34th percentile?

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What are the outcomes of discrete random variables characterized by?

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What does a z-score of 2.34 indicate after adding 0.5 and rounding to two decimal places?

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Which of the following best describes continuous random variables?

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In finding the z-score of a percentile, what is the first step?

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What is the primary purpose of using a standard normal curve?

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What does a z-score represent in statistical analysis?

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How is the width of the standard normal curve determined?

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What characteristic defines the ends of a standard normal curve?

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What does it mean for the normal curve to exhibit symmetry?

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What does the area under the standard normal curve represent?

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What is a key reason for using a standard normal curve in statistics?

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Which of the following is NOT a use of a z-score?

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What defines a discrete probability distribution?

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Which of the following is NOT a property of a probability distribution?

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What is the relationship between variance and standard deviation?

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Which definition accurately describes the mean?

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What distinguishes parameters from statistics?

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How is a sampling distribution of sample means particularly useful?

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When comparing mean, median, and mode, which is true?

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What characterizes a finite population compared to an infinite population?

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What is the purpose of converting data to z-scores?

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When finding the area under the standard normal curve between two z-scores, what should you do if both z-scores are negative?

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What should be done with the z-score before finding the area?

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What indicates whether you need to add or subtract areas when working with z-scores?

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When finding the area to the left of a negative z-score, what adjustment should you consider?

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How is the area under the standard normal curve determined using a z-score table?

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What is the area corresponding to a z-score of 1 in a standard normal distribution?

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What is the significance of drawing the curve before finding the area?

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Flashcards

Mean of Discrete Probability Distribution

The average value of a discrete probability distribution. It represents the expected value of the random variable.

Mean of Sampling Distribution

The average value of all sample means. It's equal to the population mean.

Variance of Sampling Distribution (Finite Population)

The variance of the population divided by the sample size. It measures the spread of the sampling distribution.

Variance of Sampling Distribution (Infinite Population)

The variance of the population divided by the sample size. It measures the spread of the sampling distribution.

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Z-Score

A standardized score that measures how many standard deviations a data point is from the mean.

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Normal Distribution

A continuous probability distribution that is symmetrical and bell-shaped. It describes how the values of a variable are distributed.

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Equal Mean, Median, and Mode

The mean, median, and mode of a normal distribution are all equal, meaning the data is clustered around the center.

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Central Limit Theorem

The Central Limit Theorem states that even if a population's distribution isn't normal, the average of many random samples from that population will form a normal distribution.

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Symmetry

The distribution is symmetrical, meaning both sides of the center are identical mirrors of each other.

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Bell-Shaped Curve

The graph of a normal distribution resembles a bell shape.

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Probability and the Mean

The probability of finding a value closer to the mean is higher than finding a value further away.

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Gaussian Distribution

The normal distribution is often referred to as the Gaussian distribution after Carl Friedrich Gauss, a prominent mathematician.

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Importance of Normal Distribution

The normal distribution is a fundamental concept in statistics and probability theory, widely used in various fields like finance, engineering, and healthcare.

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Standardizing Data

The process of converting raw data into z-scores, using the mean and standard deviation.

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Z-Score Table

A chart showing the area under the standard normal curve, representing the probability of getting a z-score within a specific range.

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Area from 0 to z

The area under the standard normal curve between a z-score and the mean.

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Area Between Two Z-Scores

The area under the standard normal curve between two z-scores.

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Area to a Direction (Left or Right)

The area under the standard normal curve to the left or right of a z-score.

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Total Area Under the Curve

The total area under the standard normal curve is always 1, or 100%.

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Identifying Outliers

Identifying extreme values, typically outside of 3 standard deviations from the mean.

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Discrete Probability Distribution

Represents the possible values a random variable can take and their corresponding probabilities.

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Histogram

A visual representation of a distribution, especially useful for large datasets.

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Properties of Probability Distribution

Each probability value must be between 0 and 1, and the sum of all probabilities must equal 1.

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Variance and Standard Deviation

Measures how spread out the data is from the mean. Variance is the average squared distance, and standard deviation is the average distance.

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Average

Represents the central tendency of a dataset.

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Mean

The sum of all values divided by the number of values in the dataset.

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Median

The middle value when the dataset is ordered. If there's an even number of values, it's the average of the two middle values.

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Mode

The value that appears most frequently in the dataset.

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Discrete Random Variable

A type of random variable with countable outcomes, such as the number of heads in 5 coin flips. The outcomes are finite or countable.

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Continuous Random Variable

A type of random variable with outcomes on a continuous scale, such as height or temperature. The outcomes are infinite and can be measured.

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Percentile

The percentage of data points that fall below a given value in a distribution.

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Percentile of a Z-score

Finding the area under the standard normal curve corresponding to a given Z-score to determine the percentile.

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Z-score of a Percentile

Finding the Z-score that corresponds to a given percentile rank.

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Adjusting Area for Percentile

Adding 0.5 to the area under the standard normal curve to the left of a positive Z-score or subtracting the area from 0.5 for a negative Z-score.

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Standardization

The process of transforming a raw score into a Z-score, which allows comparison across different distributions.

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Normal Curve

A statistical distribution where the mean, median, and mode are all located at the center. Its shape is symmetrical and resembles a bell.

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Dispersion in a Normal Curve

The standard deviation determines the width of the normal curve. A larger standard deviation means a wider curve, indicating a larger spread of data.

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Asymptotic in a Normal Curve

The ends of the normal curve extend infinitely along the horizontal axis, getting closer to the baseline but never touching it.

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Area Under the Normal Curve

The total area under a normal curve is always equal to 1. It represents the total probability of all data points within that distribution.

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Standard Normal Curve

A standard normal curve has a mean of 0 and a standard deviation of 1.

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Probability and the Normal Curve

The normal curve provides insights into the probability of observing different values within a dataset, aiding in making predictions and understanding trends.

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Study Notes

Normal Distribution

  • Also known as the Gaussian distribution, a continuous probability distribution that is symmetrical and bell-shaped.
  • The mean, median, and mode are equal in this distribution.
  • Values are clustered centrally; the graph is a bell-shaped curve, and symmetrical.
  • Describes how values of a variable are distributed.
  • The Central Limit Theorem states that the average of many random samples from a large population will form a normal distribution, regardless of the original population's distribution.

Properties

  • Bell-Shaped: The distribution is bell-shaped, not square or rectangular
  • Symmetry: The curve is symmetrical, with the line of symmetry at the centre dividing it into two equal halves.
  • Averages Coincidence: Mean, median, and mode coincide at the centre of the curve.
  • Dispersion: The width of the curve is determined by the standard deviation.
  • Asymptotic: The ends of the curve approach the horizontal axis, getting closer but never touching it.
  • Area: The area under the entire curve is 1, representing the totality of the data.

Using the Normal Curve

  • Standard Normal Curve: A special case with mean (μ) = 0 and standard deviation (σ) = 1. This simplifies calculations and allows for easier comparisons between datasets.
  • Z-Score or Value: A measure of how far a data point (x) is from the mean in standard deviations. Calculated using the following formula: z = (x - μ) / σ
  • Z-score Interpretation: Z-scores standardize data, making comparisons easier, calculating probabilities, and identifying outliers. A second z-score formula exists for sample means: z = (xÌ„ - μ) / (σ/√n)

Finding the Area of a Z-Score

  • Z-Table: Use a Z-table to find the area under the standard normal curve between z = 0 and the desired z-score.
  • Area Between Two Z-Values: If both z-scores have the same signs (both positive or both negative) their areas are subtracted. Otherwise, they are added.
  • Z-Score Direction: To find area in a specific direction, use 0.5 and add or subtract it depending on whether you are calculating area to the left or right of the given z-score.

Percentile and Z-Scores

  • Percentile of a Z-Score: Determine the area corresponding to the z-score in a z table. Add or subtract 0.5 from the area depending on the sign of the z-score. Convert the result to a percentile rank.
  • Z-Score of a Percentile: Convert the percentile from a percentage to a fraction. Subtract 0.5 from the fraction. Identify the z-score that corresponds to that area in the z-table, checking if it's positive or negative based on the percentile.

Discrete and Continuous Random Variables

  • Discrete: Have countable outcomes with a limit (e.g., number of students).
  • Continuous: Have outcomes on a continuous scale, with no limit (e.g., height).

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