Statistics Fundamentals
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Which of the following best describes statistics?

  • A method of data analysis (correct)
  • A branch of mathematics
  • A way to make decisions
  • A type of data
  • What is the purpose of descriptive statistics?

  • To collect primary data
  • To analyze secondary data
  • To make estimates about a population
  • To summarize and graph data (correct)
  • What are the disadvantages of using secondary data?

  • May not meet specific needs
  • Accuracy of the second
  • May have transcription errors
  • Not readily available or inexpensive (correct)
  • Which of the following is an advantage of using primary data?

    <p>Primary data allows researchers to focus on specific issues and collect more accurate information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of using secondary data?

    <p>Secondary data may have transcription errors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for researchers to know how data were gathered?

    <p>To present original and unbiased data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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