Gr 11 Math Lit: November Medium P(1)

What is the primary purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

To ensure the sample is representative of the population
To justify data collection and guide the data collection process (correct)
To analyze the collected data
To select the data collection instrument

What is the main difference between a population and a sample?

A population is used for data analysis, while a sample is used for data collection
A population is a small group, while a sample is a larger group
A population is used for surveys, while a sample is used for questionnaires
A population is the entire group, while a sample is a smaller subset (correct)

Why is it important to choose a representative sample?

To increase the sample size
To reduce the cost of data collection
To make the data collection process faster
To ensure the sample reflects the same features and characteristics as the population (correct)

What is the primary purpose of a questionnaire?

To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a recording sheet?

To record the frequency of events, the duration of events, or specific features of events (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the sample size?

To choose a sample size large enough to provide an accurate reflection of the population (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of collecting data from a sample or population?

Survey (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first key step in the statistical process?

Pose relevant questions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of selecting a representative sample?

To accurately represent the characteristics of the population (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which measure of central tendency is most accurate when there are no outliers?

Mean (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the range measure in a data set?

The difference between the highest and lowest values (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the median a better measure of central tendency when there are outliers?

Because it is less affected by extreme values (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

To identify the most frequently occurring value (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of outliers on the mean?

It makes the mean unrepresentative of the data (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the frequency values for different categories over various intervals?

Double bar graph (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in summarising data?

Calculate the mean (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to ensure data collection is free from bias?

To avoid any factors that might skew the data collection process (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the mean?

Mean = Sum of values / Number of values (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of vertical stack graphs?

To compare the total frequency of two combined categories and illustrate the different components (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is effective for showing how changes occur in a data set over time?

Line graph (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data?

To make sense of data by organizing it in a manageable and understandable format (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a frequency value?

The number of data points that fall into each class interval (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a frequency table?

To summarize how often different values appear in a data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an outlier in a scatter plot graph?

A point that deviates significantly from the other points (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a bar-of-pie chart?

To compare the components of a main category (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in creating a frequency table?

Identify the class intervals needed to group the data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the type of relationship between two different variables or quantities?

Scatter plot graph (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

To guide the data collection process and inform the methods used for data collection (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

The nature of the group or objects from which data will be collected (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

To avoid bias and ensure the sample reflects the population's features (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a questionnaire?

To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a recording sheet?

To record the frequency of events, the duration of events, or specific features of events (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the sample size?

To provide an accurate reflection of the population (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the population and the sample?

The population is the entire group, while the sample is a smaller subset chosen to represent the population (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the second key step in the statistical process?

Select the data collection instrument (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using vertical stack graphs?

To show the total frequency of combined categories (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of creating a frequency table?

To summarize the data and facilitate comparison (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data?

To organize the data in a manageable format (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a bar-of-pie chart?

To compare the components of different categories (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a scatter plot graph?

To identify patterns in the relationship between variables (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

To compare changes in different data sets over time (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating separate columns for different categories in a frequency table?

To facilitate comparison between different categories (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using pie-of-pie charts?

To compare the components of different categories (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying outliers in a scatter plot graph?

To understand exceptions to the identified trends (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of selecting a representative sample?

To ensure the sample accurately reflects the population's characteristics (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

It is not affected by outliers in the data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of calculating the range of a data set?

To measure the spread of the values in the data set (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using a double bar graph?

It is effective for comparing the frequency values for different categories over various intervals (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

To identify the most common value in the data set (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to ensure that the data collection process is free from bias?

To ensure the data collected is accurate and reliable (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in summarising data?

Calculating the mean (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary disadvantage of using the range as a measure of spread?

It can be greatly affected by outliers in the data set (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of comparing the measures of central tendency?

To assess the measures in the context of the data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of designing a data collection tool?

To ensure the data collected is accurate and reliable (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of designing a data collection tool?

To capture all necessary categories of data (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to avoid bias in data collection?

To avoid skewing the data collection process (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

It is not affected by extreme outliers in the data (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the range of a data set measure?

The difference between the highest and lowest values (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of calculating the mode of a data set?

To identify the most frequently occurring value (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in summarizing data?

Sorting the data in ascending order (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of comparing measures of central tendency?

To choose the most representative measure for the data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the frequency values for different categories over various intervals?

Double bar graph (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to consider outliers when choosing a measure of central tendency?

Because outliers can skew the mean, making it unrepresentative of the data (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of selecting a representative sample?

To ensure the sample accurately represents the population (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of poorly posed questions in the statistical process?

It affects the type of data needed and the methods used for data collection. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

The nature of the group or objects from which data will be collected. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

To ensure that the sample reflects the same features and characteristics as the population. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a questionnaire and a recording sheet?

A questionnaire is used for collecting data from respondents, while a recording sheet is used for recording the frequency of events. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the sample size?

To provide an accurate reflection of the population. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

To justify data collection and guide the data collection process. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the population and the sample?

The sample is a subset of the population. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the second key step in the statistical process?

To select the data collection instrument. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the total frequency of two combined categories and illustrating the different components making up this total frequency?

Vertical stack graph (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data in a particular order?

To make sense of the data by organizing it in a manageable and understandable format (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a frequency table?

To summarize how often different values appear in a data set (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is effective for showing how changes occur in a data set over time?

Two line graphs on the same set of axes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a bar-of-pie chart?

To show the components of the main categories in a larger pie chart (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying outliers in a scatter plot graph?

To indicate exceptions to the identified trends (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

To compare changes in different data sets over time and how they change relative to each other (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating separate columns for different categories in a frequency table?

To compare the frequency values for different categories (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a scatter plot graph?

To compare the type of relationship between two different variables or quantities (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main impact of posing questions in the statistical process?

It affects the type of data needed and informs the methods used for data collection, organization, representation, and measurement. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a vertical stack graph?

To compare the frequency values for different categories over various intervals. (D) Signup and view all the answers

When selecting a sample, what should you ensure?

The sample accurately represents the population. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most suitable measure of central tendency when the data set has outliers?

Median (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

The nature of the group or objects from which data will be collected. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a frequency table?

To summarize how often different values appear in a data set. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key to ensuring that the sample reflects the population?

Ensuring the sample reflects the same features and characteristics as the population. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of calculating the range of a data set?

To measure the spread of the data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a recording sheet?

To record the frequency of events, the duration of events, or specific features of events. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of graph is useful for comparing the frequency values for different categories over various intervals?

Double bar graph (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a bar-of-pie chart?

To show a comparison between different components of data. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data?

To make sense of data by organizing it in a manageable and understandable format. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of collecting data from a sample or population?

Survey. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of ensuring data collection is free from bias?

To avoid any factors that might skew the data collection process (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the statistical process?

Pose relevant questions. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a scatter plot graph?

To compare the type of relationship between two different variables or quantities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of outliers on the mean?

The mean is skewed by outliers (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

It allows for comparing changes in different data sets over time. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

To identify the most frequent value in the data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when choosing a sample size?

The accuracy of the data. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an outlier in a scatter plot graph?

A point that deviates significantly from the other points. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in summarising data?

Calculate the mean, median, and mode (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a questionnaire?

To collect information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

It is not affected by outliers (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating separate columns for different categories in a frequency table?

To compare the frequency values for different categories. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a pie-of-pie chart?

To show a comparison between different components of data, especially when each component comprises more categories. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of designing a data collection tool?

To capture the required information effectively (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for showing the total frequency of two combined categories and illustrating the different components making up this total frequency?

Vertical Stack Graph (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data according to two criteria, such as sorting height data separately for males and females?

To make sense of the data by organizing it in a manageable and understandable format (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

It allows for comparing changes in different data sets over time and how they change relative to each other (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating separate columns for different categories in a frequency table?

To make comparisons between different categories easier (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the type of relationship between two different variables or quantities?

Scatter Plot Graph (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in creating a frequency table?

Identify the class intervals needed to group the data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using pie-of-pie charts?

It helps in showing a comparison between different components of data, especially when each component comprises more categories (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an outlier in a scatter plot graph?

A point that does not fit the general pattern (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a frequency table?

To summarize how often different values appear in a data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary impact of posing questions on the statistical process?

It determines the type of data to be collected and informs the methods used for data collection. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

The nature of the group or objects from which data will be collected. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

To avoid bias in the data collection process. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a questionnaire?

To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of defining the population and sample?

To select a representative sample that reflects the characteristics of the population (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a questionnaire and a recording sheet?

A questionnaire is used to gather information about a group, while a recording sheet is used to record the frequency of events. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

It is less affected by outliers (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of selecting a representative sample?

To avoid bias in the data collection process. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of calculating the range of a data set?

To measure the spread of the data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of summarising data?

To describe the main features of the data set (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the data collection process?

To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of choosing a representative sample?

It avoids bias in the data collection process. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is effective for showing how changes occur in a data set over time?

Line graph (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of identifying outliers in a data set?

To understand how they affect the measures of central tendency (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of designing a data collection tool?

To ensure accurate and consistent data collection (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of comparing the measures of central tendency?

To determine the most representative measure of the data set (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of ensuring data collection is free from bias?

To avoid any factors that might skew the data collection process (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the frequency values for different categories over various intervals?

Double bar graph (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of designing a data collection tool?

To capture the required information effectively (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which measure of central tendency is most affected by extreme outliers?

Mean (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

To identify the most common value (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to ensure data collection is free from bias?

To avoid any factors that might skew the data collection process (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of calculating the range of a data set?

To determine the spread of the data (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which graph is most useful for comparing the frequency values for different categories over various intervals?

Double Bar Graph (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of selecting a representative sample?

To make sure the sample accurately represents the population (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the mean?

Sum of all values divided by the number of values (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the median a better measure of central tendency when there are outliers?

Because it is not affected by extreme values (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of summarising data?

To understand and describe the characteristics of the data (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of posing questions in the statistical process?

To guide the data collection process and determine the type of data needed (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

The nature of the group or objects from which data will be collected (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

To avoid bias and reflect the characteristics of the population (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a recording sheet?

To record the frequency of events, the duration of events, or specific features of events (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of a small sample size on the data?

It decreases the accuracy of the data (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the population and the sample?

The sample is a subset of the population (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the second key step in the statistical process?

Select the data collection instrument (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using a representative sample?

It increases the accuracy of the data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a vertical stack graph?

To compare the total frequency of two combined categories (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a frequency table?

To summarize how often different values appear in a data set (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

It enables comparing changes in different data sets over time (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a scatter plot graph?

To show the relationship between two variables (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of sorting data?

To organize data in a manageable and understandable format (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a bar-of-pie chart?

To show a comparison between two different categories of data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying outliers in a scatter plot graph?

To indicate exceptions to the identified trends (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using pie-of-pie charts?

It shows a comparison between different components of data (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in creating a frequency table?

Identify the class intervals needed to group the data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main impact of posing questions in the statistical process?

It determines the type of data needed and informs the methods used for data collection. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

The nature of the group or objects from which data will be collected. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

To avoid biased data. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a population and a sample?

A population is the entire group, while a sample is a smaller subset. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a questionnaire?

To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a large sample size?

It provides a more accurate reflection of the population. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the second key step in the statistical process?

Select the data collection instrument. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a recording sheet?

To record the frequency of events, the duration of events, or specific features of events. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using vertical stack graphs?

To show the total frequency of two combined categories and illustrating the different components making up this total frequency. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a frequency table?

To summarize how often different values appear in a data set. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data?

To organize the data in a manageable and understandable format. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a bar-of-pie chart?

To show a comparison between two different categories of data, with stacked bars showing the components of each category. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

To compare changes in different data sets over time and how they change relative to each other. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating separate columns for different categories in a frequency table?

To compare the frequency values for different categories. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using pie-of-pie charts?

To show a comparison between different components of data, especially when each component comprises more categories. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying outliers in a scatter plot graph?

To identify exceptions to the identified trends. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a scatter plot graph?

To compare the type of relationship between two different variables or quantities. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of identifying the population for the data collection?

To select a representative sample (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

It is less affected by outliers and provides a more accurate measure of central tendency (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data in summarising data?

To calculate the median of the data set (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the range of a data set?

Highest value - Lowest value (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of comparing the measures of central tendency in a data set?

To choose the measure that best represents the data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is effective for showing how changes occur in a data set over time?

Line graph (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when designing a data collection tool?

Covering all necessary categories of the data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of outliers on the range of a data set?

It gives an exaggerated sense of the spread of the data (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of calculating the mean of a data set?

To provide a summary of the data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

To ensure the sample accurately represents the population (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of posing questions in the data collection process?

To guide the data collection process and justify the need for data collection (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

The nature of the group or objects from which data will be collected (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a questionnaire?

To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of having a large sample size?

It provides a more accurate reflection of the population (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the population and the sample?

The sample is a smaller subset of the population (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

To avoid bias and ensure the sample reflects the same features and characteristics as the population (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a questionnaire and a recording sheet?

The purpose of the instrument (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the second key step in the statistical process?

Select the data collection instrument (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the total frequency of two combined categories and illustrating the different components making up this total frequency?

Vertical Stack Graph (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a frequency table?

To summarize the data and make it easier to analyze (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

It allows for comparing changes in different data sets over time (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an outlier in a scatter plot graph?

A point that deviates significantly from the other points (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data?

To make sense of the data by organizing it in a manageable and understandable format (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a bar-of-pie chart?

To show a comparison between two different categories of data, with stacked bars showing the components of each category (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating separate columns for different categories in a frequency table?

To make it easier to analyze the data by separating the categories (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using pie-of-pie charts?

It helps show a comparison between different components of data, especially when each component comprises more categories (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying outliers in a scatter plot graph?

To identify exceptions to the identified trends (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of defining the population and sample in the statistical process?

To select a representative sample that reflects the population (A) Signup and view all the answers

When designing a data collection tool, what is an essential consideration?

The categories of data to be collected (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

It is not affected by outliers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of calculating the range of a data set?

To measure the spread of the data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common issue with using the range as a measure of spread?

It is sensitive to outliers (C) Signup and view all the answers

When is it appropriate to use the mode as a measure of central tendency?

When the data is categorical (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of identifying outliers in a data set?

To understand the impact of outliers on measures of central tendency and spread (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for displaying the frequency of different categories?

Bar graph (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of ensuring data collection is free from bias?

To avoid skewing the results of the data analysis (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step in summarizing data?

Comparing the measures of central tendency and spread (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of designing a data collection tool?

To capture the required information effectively (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to ensure data collection is free from bias?

To avoid any factors that might skew the data collection process (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the measure of central tendency that is most affected by outliers?

Mean (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of calculating the range?

To find the difference between the highest and lowest values in a data set (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the frequency values for different categories over time?

Line graph (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in summarizing data?

Sort the data set (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a frequency table?

To display the frequency of each category (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the median a better measure of central tendency when there are outliers?

Because it is not affected by extreme values (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

To find the most common value (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to compare the measures of central tendency?

To assess the measures in the context of the data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using vertical stack graphs?

To compare the total frequency of two combined categories and illustrate their components (C) Signup and view all the answers

What do bar-of-pie charts help to show?

A comparison between different components of data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

To compare changes in different data sets over time (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating separate columns for different categories in a frequency table?

To compare frequency values for different categories (C) Signup and view all the answers

What do scatter plot graphs help to identify?

The correlation between two variables (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data?

To organize data in a manageable and understandable format (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a frequency value?

How often a particular piece of data appears in a data set (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a frequency table?

To summarize how often different values appear in a data set (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do outliers indicate in a scatter plot graph?

Exceptions to the identified trends (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of posing questions on the data collection process?

It affects the type of data needed and informs the methods used for data collection, organization, representation, and measurement (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of a population?

It is the entire group about which data is being collected (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of selecting a data collection instrument?

To choose the most effective tool for collecting the data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

The nature of the group or objects from which data will be collected (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a questionnaire?

To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a small sample size?

It may lead to skewed or biased data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

To avoid bias and ensure the sample reflects the same features and characteristics as the population (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the second key step in the statistical process?

Selecting the data collection instrument (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

To identify the most common value (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

It is less affected by outliers (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the range of a data set?

Highest value - Lowest value (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the frequency values for different categories over various intervals?

Double bar graph (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

Instrument's ability to capture required information (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the mean when there are outliers in a data set?

It becomes less accurate (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in summarizing data?

Calculate the mean (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ensuring data collection is free from bias?

To ensure the data is accurate and reliable (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using a median as a measure of central tendency in a data set with outliers?

It is more accurate than the mean (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data?

To prepare the data for calculation of median and other measures (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

To compare changes in different data sets over time and how they change relative to each other. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of chart is useful for showing the components of the main categories in a larger pie chart?

Pie-of-Pie chart (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of creating a frequency table?

To summarize how often different values appear in a data set. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data?

To organize data in a manageable and understandable format. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the frequency values for different categories over various intervals?

Vertical Stack graph (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an outlier in a scatter plot graph?

A point that deviates significantly from the other points. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of creating separate columns for different categories in a frequency table?

To summarize how often different values appear in a data set for each category. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is effective for showing how changes occur in a data set over time?

Two Line graph (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a bar-of-pie chart?

To show a comparison between two different categories of data, with stacked bars showing the components of each category. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

To guide the data collection process and inform the type of data needed (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

The nature of the group or objects from which data will be collected (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of ensuring a representative sample?

To ensure the sample reflects the same features and characteristics as the population (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a questionnaire?

To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the sample size?

To ensure the sample size is sufficient to provide an accurate reflection of the population (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the population and the sample?

The sample is a smaller subset of the population (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the second key step in the statistical process?

To select the data collection instrument (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a recording sheet?

To record the frequency of events, the duration of events, or specific features of events (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of posing questions in the statistical process?

It determines the type of data needed and informs the methods used for data collection. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

The nature of the group or objects from which data will be collected (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

To avoid bias and ensure the sample reflects the population (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a population and a sample?

A population is the entire group, while a sample is a smaller subset. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a questionnaire?

To gather information about a group or their opinions on a particular topic (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to choose a large enough sample size?

To provide an accurate reflection of the population and avoid skewed or biased data (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the second key step in the statistical process?

Selecting the data collection instrument (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a recording sheet?

To record the frequency of events, the duration of events, or specific features of events (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason to avoid bias in data collection?

To accurately represent the population (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a vertical stack graph?

To show the total frequency of two combined categories (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of chart is effective for comparing different components of data, especially when each component comprises more categories?

Bar-of-pie chart (D) Signup and view all the answers

When would you use the median as a measure of central tendency?

When the data set has outliers or is skewed (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

Correlation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

To identify the most common value (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of sorting data?

To organize data into a manageable and understandable format (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the range of a data set?

Highest value - Lowest value (A) Signup and view all the answers

When would you use a double bar graph?

To compare the frequency values for different categories over various intervals (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of graph is useful for comparing the type of relationship between two different variables or quantities?

Scatter plot graph (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a frequency table?

To summarize how often different values appear in a data set (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of outliers on the range?

They increase the range (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the characteristics of the population when selecting a sample?

To ensure the sample accurately represents the population (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

To compare changes in different data sets over time and how they change relative to each other (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in creating a frequency table?

Identify the class intervals needed to group the data (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of comparing the mean, median, and mode in the context of a data set?

To assess the presence of outliers and their impact (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a pie-of-pie chart?

To show the components of the main categories in a larger pie chart (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of summarizing data?

To describe and understand the characteristics of the data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sorting data according to two criteria?

To compare the height distribution within each gender group (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to ensure accurate and consistent recording of the collected data?

To avoid errors and ensure reliability (C) Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

What is the main difference between a population and a sample?

Why is it important to choose a representative sample?

What is the primary purpose of a questionnaire?

What is the function of a recording sheet?

Why is it important to consider the sample size?

What is the term for the process of collecting data from a sample or population?

What is the first key step in the statistical process?

What is the purpose of selecting a representative sample?

Which measure of central tendency is most accurate when there are no outliers?

What does the range measure in a data set?

Why is the median a better measure of central tendency when there are outliers?

What is the purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

What is the impact of outliers on the mean?

What type of graph is useful for comparing the frequency values for different categories over various intervals?

What is the first step in summarising data?

Why is it important to ensure data collection is free from bias?

What is the formula for calculating the mean?

What is the purpose of vertical stack graphs?

What type of graph is effective for showing how changes occur in a data set over time?

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

What is the purpose of sorting data?

What is a frequency value?

What is the purpose of a frequency table?

What is an outlier in a scatter plot graph?

What is the purpose of a bar-of-pie chart?

What is the first step in creating a frequency table?

What type of graph is useful for comparing the type of relationship between two different variables or quantities?

What is the primary purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

What is the main consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

What is the purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

What is the primary purpose of a questionnaire?

What is the primary purpose of a recording sheet?

Why is it important to consider the sample size?

What is the relationship between the population and the sample?

What is the second key step in the statistical process?

What is the main advantage of using vertical stack graphs?

What is the primary purpose of creating a frequency table?

What is the term used to describe the relationship or pattern between two variables?

What is the purpose of sorting data?

What is the purpose of a bar-of-pie chart?

What is the purpose of a scatter plot graph?

What is the advantage of using two line graphs on the same set of axes?

What is the purpose of creating separate columns for different categories in a frequency table?

What is the main advantage of using pie-of-pie charts?

What is the purpose of identifying outliers in a scatter plot graph?

What is the primary goal of selecting a representative sample?

What is the main advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

What is the purpose of calculating the range of a data set?

What is the primary advantage of using a double bar graph?

What is the purpose of identifying the mode in a data set?

Why is it important to ensure that the data collection process is free from bias?

What is the first step in summarising data?

What is the primary disadvantage of using the range as a measure of spread?

What is the purpose of comparing the measures of central tendency?

What is the primary goal of designing a data collection tool?

What is the primary purpose of designing a data collection tool?

Why is it essential to avoid bias in data collection?

What is the advantage of using the median as a measure of central tendency?

What does the range of a data set measure?

What is the purpose of calculating the mode of a data set?

What is the first step in summarizing data?

What is the purpose of comparing measures of central tendency?

What type of graph is useful for comparing the frequency values for different categories over various intervals?

Why is it essential to consider outliers when choosing a measure of central tendency?

What is the primary purpose of selecting a representative sample?

What is the impact of poorly posed questions in the statistical process?

What is the primary consideration when choosing a data collection instrument?

What is the primary purpose of ensuring a representative sample?

What is the difference between a questionnaire and a recording sheet?

Why is it important to consider the sample size?

What is the purpose of posing questions in the statistical process?

What is the relationship between the population and the sample?

What is the purpose of the second key step in the statistical process?

What type of graph is useful for comparing the total frequency of two combined categories and illustrating the different components making up this total frequency?

What is the purpose of sorting data in a particular order?