Statistics and Probability Concepts
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What is the primary focus of statistics as a branch of science?

  • The collection, presentation, analysis, and interpretation of data (correct)
  • The mathematical foundations behind statistical methods
  • Experimental probability in theoretical contexts
  • The behavioral aspects of data analysis

What defines a discrete random variable?

  • It is countable and can have a finite set of values (correct)
  • It represents numerical outcomes from categorical data
  • It is only defined through interval measurements
  • It can take on any value within a given range

Which type of statistics focuses on drawing conclusions or making predictions?

  • Applied Statistics
  • Mathematical Statistics
  • Descriptive Statistics
  • Inferential Statistics (correct)

In the probability formula $P(X) = \frac{\text{number of favorable outcomes}}{\text{total outcomes}}$, what does $P(X)$ represent?

<p>The likelihood of an event occurring (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a discrete random variable in a rolling die experiment?

<p>The number of times a specific number appears (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a discrete random distribution?

<p>The sum of all probability values must equal 1. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the provided histogram example of flipping 4 coins, what does $H$ represent?

<p>The variable representing the number of heads obtained. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If four coins are flipped, what is the probability of getting exactly 2 heads?

<p>6/16 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a combination?

<p>Selecting 𝑟 objects from a population of 𝑛 without regard to order. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of probability distributions, what is a histogram?

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What is the alpha level typically assumed if it is not provided?

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When is a T-Test used according to the outlined criteria?

<p>Sample size is less than 30 and population SD is unknown (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of hypothesis testing, what does the critical region represent?

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Which formula is correctly used to calculate the test statistic when the sample size is less than 30 and the population standard deviation is known?

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What is the primary goal of the hypothesis testing process?

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Based on the Central Limit Theorem, what can be assumed when the sample size is 30 or more?

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What conclusion can be drawn if the computed test statistic falls into the critical region?

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Given a manufacturer claims a mean battery life of 48 months, what hypothesis testing approach would you use if a sample of 64 watches had a mean life of 45 months with a standard deviation of 2 months?

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What best describes passive transport?

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What is the primary function of the Na-K pump?

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What occurs in a hypertonic solution?

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Which type of energy is found in molecular bonds?

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What does the 1st Law of Thermodynamics state?

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Which process involves the engulfing of food by a cell?

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In facilitated transport, which component is primarily involved?

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What best describes osmosis?

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Which statement accurately reflects the 2nd Law of Thermodynamics?

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What is the formula to calculate the mean of a probability distribution?

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Which of the following is an example of active transport?

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Which of the following describes the variance in a probability distribution?

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When is a distribution considered positively skewed?

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In the context of probability distributions, what does a Z-Score represent?

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What is the average distance from the mean called?

<p>Standard Deviation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you find the area under the curve for a Z-Score of −2.00?

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Which statement is true about a normal distribution?

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What is the formula to calculate the variance from given frequencies and outcomes?

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For the example with $ u = 1$, what is the calculated variance based on provided frequencies?

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What is the time at which the projectile reaches its maximum height?

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What is the speed of the object when it hits the ground?

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Which formula represents the position of a projectile in motion?

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What is the second derivative test used for in the context of critical numbers?

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If the second derivative $f''(x)$ is greater than 0, what does it indicate about the critical number?

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What is the value of the initial height ($h_0$) in the given projectile motion example?

<p>0 ft (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a definition of a projectile?

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What critical numbers are found from the derivative equation $3x^2 - 18x + 24 = 0$?

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What does the expression $f'(3) = -32$ represent in projectile motion?

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What is the derivative $f'(t)$ for the function representing projectile motion with initial velocity of 64 ft/s?

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Flashcards

Discrete Random Variable

A type of variable that can only take on a finite number of values.

Discrete Probability Distribution

A table that lists all possible values of a discrete random variable along with their corresponding probabilities.

Histogram

A visual representation of a discrete probability distribution using bars.

Combination

A method to calculate the number of ways to choose a specific number of objects from a larger set.

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Statistics

A branch of science focusing on gathering, organizing, analyzing, and making sense of data.

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Descriptive Statistics

Techniques and procedures used to work with data, but without making broad conclusions.

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Inferential Statistics

Data analysis that goes beyond simple descriptions to make predictions, inferences, or conclusions.

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Probability

A numerical measure of the likelihood of an event happening.

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Mean

The average value of all outcomes in a probability distribution.

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Variance

The average squared distance of each outcome from the mean.

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Standard Deviation

The square root of the variance. It represents the average distance of each outcome from the mean.

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Standard Deviation (Simplified)

The average distance from the mean.

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Skewness

A measure of the symmetry or asymmetry of a probability distribution.

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Normal Distribution

A distribution where the mean, median, and mode are all equal. It's symmetrical about the mean.

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Z-Score

A way to convert a raw score into a standardized score (z-score) relative to the mean and standard deviation.

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Z-Table

A table that shows the probability of a z-score being less than a given value.

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Probability of Greater Than

To calculate the probability of a score being greater than a given value, subtract the probability found in the Z-table from 100%.

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Probability of a Range

The probability of a score falling within a certain range is calculated by subtracting the probabilities of the individual scores.

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Passive Transport

The movement of substances across a cell membrane without requiring energy from the cell. It relies on the concentration gradient for movement.

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Diffusion

The natural tendency for particles to spread out from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration. No energy is required.

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Facilitated Transport

A type of passive transport where substances move across the membrane with the help of proteins. It follows the concentration gradient but requires membrane proteins to facilitate the process.

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Osmosis

The movement of water molecules across a semi-permeable membrane from a region of high water concentration to a region of low water concentration. It is driven by the differences in solute concentration.

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Tonicity

The ability of a surrounding solution to cause a cell to gain or lose water.

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Hypotonic Solution

A solution with a lower solute concentration and a higher water concentration than the inside of the cell, causing the cell to swell.

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Isotonic Solution

A solution with an equal concentration of solute and solvent as the inside of the cell.

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Hypertonic Solution

A solution with a higher solute concentration and a lower water concentration than the inside of the cell, causing the cell to shrink.

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Active Transport

The movement of substances across a cell membrane against their concentration gradient, requiring energy from the cell. It involves the use of ATP.

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Na-K Pump

A type of active transport that pumps sodium ions out of the cell and potassium ions into the cell, maintaining the concentration gradient required for various cellular functions.

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Critical Number

A point at which the first derivative of a function is zero or undefined.

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Derivative

Describes the instantaneous rate of change of a function at a specific point. It's calculated by finding the derivative of the function.

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Second Derivative

The second derivative of a function, used to determine the concavity of the function.

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Relative Maximum

A point on a function's graph where it changes from increasing to decreasing or vice versa.

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Relative Minimum

A point on a function's graph where it changes from decreasing to increasing or vice versa.

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Optimization

The process of finding the maximum or minimum values of a function.

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Projectile Motion

Describes the path of a projectile influenced only by gravity.

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Instantaneous Velocity

The velocity of an object at a given point in time.

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Projectile

An object that is thrown or launched, subject only to the force of gravity.

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Acceleration

The rate at which the velocity of an object changes. For projectiles, this is usually gravity.

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Critical Region

The area under the curve that represents the probability of getting results in a test that are considered statistically significant.

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Alpha-Value (α)

The value used to determine the boundaries of the critical region. It represents the probability of obtaining results as extreme as the observed results, assuming the null hypothesis is true.

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Test Statistic

A statistical tool that helps to determine if the difference between a sample statistic and a population parameter is significant.

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Z-Test (Case 1)

A statistical test used to compare the mean of a sample to the mean of a population when the population standard deviation is known and the sample size is less than 30.

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Z-Test (Case 2)

A statistical test used to compare the mean of a sample to the mean of a population when the population standard deviation is unknown and the sample size is greater than or equal to 30.

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T-Test (Case 3)

A statistical test used to compare the mean of a sample to the mean of a population when the population standard deviation is unknown and the sample size is less than 30.

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Decision Making

The process of making a decision about whether or not to reject the null hypothesis based on the test statistic and critical region.

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Null Hypothesis

A statement about a population parameter that is assumed to be true until proven otherwise.

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