Definitions of Abnormality - Statistical deviation Flashcards
1
Q
What is statistical deviation?
A
uses statistical average or mean as an indicator of ‘normal’ behaviour that us seen to be most typical or frequent
2
Q
define abnormal
A
when behaviour deviates from the mean and is seen to be the most infrequent
3
Q
what averages can you use in statistical deviation?
A
mean
median
mode
4
Q
how can you identify ‘abnormal’ behaviour?
A
normal distribution curve
bell-shaped curve