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Distributions Flashcards

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What is Normal Distribution?

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Symmetrical pattern of frequency data that forms a bell-shaped curve

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What is Skewed Distribution?

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Spread of data not symmetrical but clusters to one end

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What is a Positive Skew?

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Highest point of curve on the left however most of the data is concentrated on the right

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What is a Negative Skew?

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Highest point of the curve on the right however most of the data is concentrate on the left

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