Statistics Fundamentals

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If a dataset has a high variance, what does this indicate about the spread of the data points?

The data points all have the same value as the mean.
The data points are clustered closely together around the mean.
The data points are evenly distributed across all possible values.
The data points are spread out over a wider range of values. (correct)

Which of the following is the best method to compare the spread of two datasets with different units of measurement?

Comparing the coefficients of variation of the two datasets. (correct)
Comparing the variances of the two datasets.
Comparing the standard deviations of the two datasets.
Comparing the ranges of the two datasets.

In a normal distribution, approximately what percentage of data falls within one standard deviation of the mean?

99.7%
95%
68% (correct)
50%

What does a negative covariance between two variables generally indicate?

As one variable increases, the other tends to decrease. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is most sensitive to outliers?

Standard Deviation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

If the correlation coefficient, $r$, between two variables is close to 0, what does this indicate?

Little to no linear relationship. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of calculating quartiles in a dataset?

To divide the dataset into four equal parts, showing the spread and central tendency. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does increasing the sample size generally affect the standard error of the mean?

It decreases the standard error. (D) Signup and view all the answers

A dataset's distribution is skewed to the right. What does this reveal about the relationship between the mean and the median?

The mean is greater than the the median. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which measure of central tendency is most appropriate for categorical data?

Mode. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following strategies would be most effective in maintaining consistent formatting across a large document?

Defining and applying styles for different elements (headings, paragraphs, etc.). (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using a table of contents in a long document?

It provides a hyperlinked overview, allowing readers to navigate directly to specific sections. (D) Signup and view all the answers

If you need to insert a graphic into your document that isn't available as a standard image file, what is the MOST appropriate action?

Create the image using drawing tools within the word processor or another program, then insert it. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the MOST efficient way to replace a specific word or phrase throughout an entire document?

Use the 'Find and Replace' feature with the 'Replace All' option. (A) Signup and view all the answers

When should section breaks be used in a document?

When you want to change the formatting (margins, headers, footers, columns) within specific parts of a document. (B) Signup and view all the answers

You accidentally delete an important paragraph. What is the quickest way to recover it?

Use the 'Undo' command. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using comments in a shared document?

To provide feedback, ask questions, or suggest changes to specific parts of the document. (C) Signup and view all the answers

When is it most appropriate to use a template?

When you need to create a document with a specific format or structure that you will use repeatedly. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions will BEST protect your document from unauthorized changes?

All of the above. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using track changes in a collaborative document?

To record and display all edits made to the document, allowing for easy review and acceptance/rejection of changes. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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