Parts of a Statistical Graph
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Which type of variable is sex according to the text?

  • Ordinal
  • Interval
  • Ratio
  • Nominal (correct)
  • What is an example of an ordinal scale of measurement?

  • Temperature
  • Doctor visits
  • Weight
  • Blood group (correct)
  • Which scale has a meaningful zero point existing?

  • Ratio (correct)
  • Ordinal
  • Interval
  • Nominal
  • What is the main purpose of a statistical graph?

    <p>To represent certain statistical information for comparison or correlation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between interval and ratio scales?

    <p>Whether an arbitrary zero point exists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the title usually placed in a graph?

    <p>At the bottom, preceded by a number for easy reference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many axes does a graph typically have?

    <p>Two axes, one vertical and one horizontal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a legend needed in a statistical graph?

    <p>When drawing more than one graph to clarify which item each graph refers to</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Marginal Totals' refer to in a statistical table?

    <p>Column totals and row totals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of a table indicates the basis of classification of the rows or horizontal series of figures?

    <p>Stubs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a table title in a statistical table?

    <p>To state the objective of the table</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of graphing in relation to a statistical table?

    <p>To simplify the idea of what the table contains</p> Signup and view all the answers

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