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Which measure of central tendency is most affected by extreme values?
Which measure of central tendency is most affected by extreme values?
How is the median determined when the dataset has an even number of values?
How is the median determined when the dataset has an even number of values?
Which of the following measures of central tendency can be used with nominal data?
Which of the following measures of central tendency can be used with nominal data?
When comparing datasets, which measure would be least effective in skewed distributions?
When comparing datasets, which measure would be least effective in skewed distributions?
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Which statement accurately describes the mode?
Which statement accurately describes the mode?
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What is true about the median compared to the mean?
What is true about the median compared to the mean?
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Which of the following measures can summarize data from both interval and ratio types?
Which of the following measures can summarize data from both interval and ratio types?
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If a dataset is bimodal, what does this indicate?
If a dataset is bimodal, what does this indicate?
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Which function involves analyzing collected data to produce meaningful statistics?
Which function involves analyzing collected data to produce meaningful statistics?
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How often is the Census of Population and Housing (CPH) conducted?
How often is the Census of Population and Housing (CPH) conducted?
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What is the primary goal of Statistical Advocacy as a function of the PSA?
What is the primary goal of Statistical Advocacy as a function of the PSA?
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Which survey is conducted every three years to collect data on income and expenditure patterns of households?
Which survey is conducted every three years to collect data on income and expenditure patterns of households?
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What does the PSA primarily coordinate among various government agencies?
What does the PSA primarily coordinate among various government agencies?
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Which of the following is NOT a key survey or census conducted by the PSA?
Which of the following is NOT a key survey or census conducted by the PSA?
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Why is the data collected by the PSA important for policy-making?
Why is the data collected by the PSA important for policy-making?
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What purpose does statistical dissemination serve?
What purpose does statistical dissemination serve?
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What does a low P-value typically indicate regarding the null hypothesis?
What does a low P-value typically indicate regarding the null hypothesis?
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What is the significance level (α) commonly set at in research?
What is the significance level (α) commonly set at in research?
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Which process follows after calculating the test statistic in hypothesis testing?
Which process follows after calculating the test statistic in hypothesis testing?
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What type of error is made when the null hypothesis is rejected even though it is true?
What type of error is made when the null hypothesis is rejected even though it is true?
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Which of the following best defines a Type II error?
Which of the following best defines a Type II error?
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If the P-value is greater than the significance level, what conclusion should be drawn?
If the P-value is greater than the significance level, what conclusion should be drawn?
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Which of the following results would indicate that a test is statistically significant?
Which of the following results would indicate that a test is statistically significant?
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What is the main purpose of setting a significance level in hypothesis testing?
What is the main purpose of setting a significance level in hypothesis testing?
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What is the primary purpose of the Census of Population conducted by the PSA?
What is the primary purpose of the Census of Population conducted by the PSA?
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How often is the Census of Population conducted in the Philippines?
How often is the Census of Population conducted in the Philippines?
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Which of the following technological advancements has the PSA adopted to improve data collection?
Which of the following technological advancements has the PSA adopted to improve data collection?
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What are the key data points collected in the Census of Population?
What are the key data points collected in the Census of Population?
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What is one of the primary challenges faced by the PSA?
What is one of the primary challenges faced by the PSA?
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What role does the PSA play in the development and well-being of the Filipino people?
What role does the PSA play in the development and well-being of the Filipino people?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of survey conducted by the PSA?
Which of the following is NOT a type of survey conducted by the PSA?
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What is one goal the PSA aims to achieve with its technological advancements?
What is one goal the PSA aims to achieve with its technological advancements?
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What is the primary purpose of the Labor Force Survey (LFS)?
What is the primary purpose of the Labor Force Survey (LFS)?
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How often is the Family Income and Expenditure Survey (FIES) conducted?
How often is the Family Income and Expenditure Survey (FIES) conducted?
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Which of the following data is NOT collected in the Labor Force Survey?
Which of the following data is NOT collected in the Labor Force Survey?
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What type of information does the FIES help to estimate?
What type of information does the FIES help to estimate?
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Which demographic characteristic is collected in the Labor Force Survey?
Which demographic characteristic is collected in the Labor Force Survey?
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What is one key reason for the importance of the FIES in policy-making?
What is one key reason for the importance of the FIES in policy-making?
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What does the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) contribute to governance and development?
What does the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) contribute to governance and development?
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Which of the following is a key data point collected by the FIES?
Which of the following is a key data point collected by the FIES?
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Study Notes
Sampling Methods
- Each sampling method has strengths and weaknesses.
- The choice of method depends on the objectives of the research, population characteristics, available resources, and desired level of precision.
- It's crucial to carefully consider these factors to ensure valid and reliable data.
Measures of Central Tendency
- Measures of central tendency are statistical metrics summarizing a dataset by identifying the center point or typical value.
- They provide a way to represent data with a single value, useful for comparing datasets or understanding distribution.
Mean
- The mean is the average of all values in a dataset.
- It's calculated by summing all values and dividing by the total number of values.
- Sensitive to outliers.
- Used for interval and ratio data.
Median
- The median is the middle value of a dataset arranged in ascending order.
- If an even number of values exist, the median is the average of the two middle values.
- Less sensitive to outliers compared to the mean.
- Used for ordinal, interval, and ratio data.
Mode
- The mode is the value appearing most frequently in a dataset.
- A dataset may have one mode, multiple modes, or no mode at all.
- Can be used with nominal data (categorical data).
- Useful for understanding the most common item in a dataset.
P-values
- The P-value is the probability of observing the sample data or something more extreme, assuming the null hypothesis is true.
- A low P-value (typically ≤ α) indicates strong evidence against the null hypothesis, leading to its rejection.
- A high P-value suggests insufficient evidence to reject the null hypothesis.
Significance Levels
- The significance level (α) is a predetermined threshold set by the researcher.
- It defines the likelihood of rejecting the null hypothesis when it is actually true (Type I error).
- Common significance levels:
- α = 0.05 (5% chance of a Type I error)
- α = 0.01 (1% chance of a Type I error)
Types of Errors: Type I and Type II
- Understanding these errors is crucial for interpreting hypothesis test results and making informed decisions.
Type I Error (False Positive)
- Occurs when the null hypothesis is rejected when it is actually true.
- Concludes there is an effect or difference when there is none.
- The probability of making a Type I error is denoted by α (significance level).
Type II Error (False Negative)
- Occurs when the null hypothesis is not rejected when it is actually false.
- Fails to detect a true effect or difference.
Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
- The PSA has a broad mandate encompassing various functions:
- Data Collection
- Statistical Analysis
- Statistical Dissemination
- Coordination
- Statistical Advocacy
Key Surveys and Censuses
- The PSA conducts several major surveys and censuses:
- Census of Population and Housing (CPH)
- Labor Force Survey (LFS)
- Family Income and Expenditure Survey (FIES)
- Annual Survey of Philippine Business and Industry (ASPBI)
Census of Population
- Gathers comprehensive demographic data.
- Conducted every 10 years.
- Key data collected: total population count, age and sex distribution, geographic distribution, marital status, household composition, educational attainment.
Labor Force Survey (LFS)
- Provides a comprehensive picture of the Philippine labor market.
- Conducted quarterly.
- Key data collected: employment status (employed, unemployed, underemployed), industry and occupation of employed individuals, demographic characteristics of the labor force, reasons for unemployment.
Family Income and Expenditure Survey (FIES)
- Gathers data on income and expenditures of Filipino households.
- Used for estimating poverty levels and understanding economic behavior of families.
- Conducted every three years.
- Key data collected: sources and amounts of household income, household expenditures, savings and debt levels.
Importance of Statistics in Policy-Making and Development Planning
- The PSA provides reliable statistical data essential for informed decision-making.
- It supports national development goals such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- It fosters public awareness and understanding of key socio-economic issues and trends in the country.
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This quiz explores various sampling methods and measures of central tendency, including mean and median. Understand the strengths and weaknesses of each sampling method, as well as how to calculate and interpret mean and median values in a dataset. Test your knowledge on key statistical concepts essential for data analysis.
