Statistics Chapter 2 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a frequency distribution?

A list of qualitative variables

A method to visualize data

A table that shows classes and a frequency (correct)

A type of bar chart

What are class intervals?

Ungrouped (single score value) and grouped (two or more score values)

What distinguishes an ungrouped frequency distribution for quantitative variables?

Lists categories from largest to smallest (correct)

Includes only qualitative data

Uses intervals for grouping

Tally all numbers for frequency (correct)

What are real limits?

Extend 0.5 below or above the nominal limit. Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for class interval size (i)?

Real upper limit - real lower limit Signup and view all the answers

What should quantitative class intervals ideally have?

Mutually exclusive categories Signup and view all the answers

How do you determine the number and size of class intervals?

Trial and error based on range/preferred size. Signup and view all the answers

The range is calculated by subtracting the real lower limit of the smallest score from the real upper limit of the largest score: real upper limit - _____

real lower limit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of relative frequency distributions?

Express each frequency as a proportion or percentage of the total number of scores. Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is used for qualitative data?

Bar graph and pie chart Signup and view all the answers

What is a histogram?

Constructed vertical bars over the real limits of each class interval. Signup and view all the answers

What does a bell-shaped distribution represent?

Normal distribution Signup and view all the answers

What defines a bimodal distribution?

Two humps, each with the same maximum frequency. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'dispersion' refer to?

Extent to which scores are spread out around a central point. Signup and view all the answers

What type of distribution is characterized by each class interval having the same frequency?

Rectangular or uniform distribution Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a stem and leaf display?

To show all data while specifying class intervals. Signup and view all the answers

What is a pictogram?

Represents quantity by presenting pictures of the objects being compared. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Frequency Distributions

A frequency distribution is a table that displays classes and their corresponding frequencies to summarize data.
It defines equivalence classes and counts observations to provide insights into data distribution.

Class Intervals

Class intervals can be ungrouped (individual score) or grouped (covering multiple scores).

Ungrouped Frequency Distribution

For quantitative variables, entries are organized with the largest number first.
Count tallies for how often each number appears and list every distinct category.

Grouped Frequency Distribution

Utilizes class intervals with nominal lower and upper limits (e.g., 64.5 and 66.5).

Real vs. Nominal Limits

Real limits extend 0.5 units below or above nominal limits to avoid gaps in intervals.
Nominal limits represent the actual score values (e.g., 65 and 66).

Class Interval Size

Determined by subtracting the real lower limit from the real upper limit.
Example for class interval (21-23): size = 3, representing scores 21, 22, and 23.

Ungrouped Frequency Distribution Components

Comprises class intervals and their respective interval sizes.

Conventions in Frequency Distributions

Must be mutually exclusive and quantitative, with uniform class widths (often 10-20 intervals).
Preferred sizes for class intervals include: 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, etc.
The largest score is presented at the top.

Class Interval Calculation

Determining the number and size of class intervals may require trial and error based on the preferred class interval size (1-20).

Range of Data

The range is calculated using the real upper limit of the largest score minus the real lower limit of the smallest score.

Relative Frequency Distributions

Displays each frequency as a proportion or percentage of total scores.
Proportionate frequency formula: prop f = f/n, where f is frequency and n is the total number of scores.
Percentage frequency formula: % f = (f/n) x 100.

Cumulative Frequency Distributions

Indicates the number, proportion, or percentage of scores below the real upper limit of each class interval.
The resultant frequency includes scores less than or equal to the identified limit.

Cumulative Frequency (cum f)

Obtained by adding the class frequency to the cumulative frequency of the previous class.
The final value should equal the total number of scores.

Cumulative Relative Frequency Metrics

Cumulative proportion frequency (cum prop f) is calculated as (cum f)/n.
Cumulative percentage frequency (cum %f) is calculated as (cum f)/n x 100.

Frequency Distributions for Qualitative Variables

No decisions on size and number of class intervals are needed; equivalence classes serve as class intervals.

Graphical Representation

Qualitative data visualized using bar and pie graphs.
Quantitative data displayed through histograms, frequency polygons, cumulative polygons, and stem-and-leaf displays.

Bar Graphs

Represent qualitative data post frequency distribution.
Bars should not touch and have a height of 66%-75% of their width.

Pie Charts

Display qualitative data as sectors representing proportions or percentages.
Size of sectors reflects their frequency contribution.

Histograms

Constructed using vertical bars over real limits of class intervals, which must touch.
Maintain height proportionality similar to bar graphs.

Frequency Polygons

Initiate like histograms, ideal for displaying multiple distributions.
Dots represent midpoints of class intervals, connected to form a continuous line.

Cumulative Polygons

Indicate scores below the real upper limit of class intervals, using dots over the upper limits.

Stem and Leaf Display

A "sideways histogram" that organizes raw data while preserving all original values.

Bell Shaped Distribution

Refers to a normal distribution, characterized by symmetry and specific kurtotic forms: mesokurtic, platykurtic, and leptokurtic.

Kurtois Types

Mesokurtic: Intermediate shape.
Platykurtic: Flat and broad.
Leptokurtic: Slender or narrow shape.

Central Tendency

Represented by a point that signifies where the distribution centers around.

Dispersion

Refers to the extent to which scores are spread around the central point.

Skewed Distributions

Can be symmetrical, negatively skewed, or positively skewed, reflecting distribution asymmetries.

Bimodal and Multimodal Distributions

Bimodal: Two peaks of equal maximum frequency, indicating two distinct samples.
Multimodal: Three or more peaks.

J and U Distributions

J Distribution: Represents scoring trends that increase sharply.
U Distribution: Illustrates performance on difficult tasks based on motivation levels.

Rectangular or Uniform Distribution

All class intervals exhibit identical frequencies, often used for analyzing test scores in percentiles.

Pictograms

Visual representations using images to denote quantities, though often misleading if not accurately scaled.

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Explore key concepts in Chapter 2 of Statistics with these flashcards. Learn about frequency distributions, class intervals, and ungrouped frequency distributions for quantitative variables. Perfect for quick reviews and reinforcing your understanding of data summarization.