Designing Epidemiological Studies Flashcards

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What is a statistic?

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Statistic = a fixed value, derived from a sample that estimates the value in the population (so estimates parameters!)​

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What is a parameter?

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Parameter = a fixed, often unknown value, which describes an entire population​

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What is a point estimate?

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Point estimate = estimate of a parameter (is a statistic!)​

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What is a confidence interval?

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Confidence interval = the range of values in which there is 95% confidence that the true value lies within these​

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