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Understanding Statistical Terminology

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What is the primary goal of collecting data from a sample?

To describe the population

To avoid misleading information

To critically evaluate studies

To infer conclusions about the population (correct)

Why is it essential to choose a representative and random sample from the population?

To accurately make inferences about the population (correct)

To ensure that researchers are not biased

To make it easier to describe the data

To simplify the data collection process

What is the field of study that focuses on describing the collected data?

Descriptive statistics (correct)

Population statistics

Biased statistics

Inferential statistics

What does 'inference' mean in the context of statistical terminology?

Conclusions based on probability and evidence Signup and view all the answers

Why do researchers use statistical terminology such as population and sample?

To facilitate accurate interpretation of research data Signup and view all the answers

Which type of variable has two value possibilities or categories for the variable?

Dichotomous variable Signup and view all the answers

What type of study design assesses the quality of a proposed research question using the FINE criteria?

Feasibility study Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for comparison in a study design?

An explanatory variable Signup and view all the answers

Which common data source is often cross-sectional and may not follow patient outcomes?

Disease Registry Signup and view all the answers

What type of variable has an unlimited possibility of values or any value could be given?

Continuous variable Signup and view all the answers