math vocab Flashcards
In a survey of 500 students, 60% said they preferred online learning. What is the sample statistic in this scenario.
The sample statistic is that 60% of the students prefer online learning
Out of 1000 employees surveyed, 400 reported job satisfaction. What is the sample statistic in this scenario?
The sample statistic is that 400 employees reported job satisfaction, indicating the number of satisfied employees in the sample.
In a survey of 500 students, 60% said they preferred online learning. What is the parameter in this scenario?
The parameter is the population proportion of students who prefer online learning.
Out of 1000 employees surveyed, 400 reported job satisfaction. What is the parameter in this scenario?
The parameter is the population proportion of employees satisfied with their jobs.
In a clinical trial, 300 patients were given a new medication, and 70% showed improvement. What is the parameter in this scenario?
Parameter: Population proportion of patients who would show improvement with the medication
In a clinical trial, 300 patients were given a new medication, and 70% showed improvement. What is the sample statistic in this scenario?
Sample statistic: 70% (proportion of patients who showed improvement in the sample)
A study on income levels found that the median income in a city was $50,000. What is the sample statistic in this scenario?
Sample statistic: Median income = $50,000
A study on income levels found that the median income in a city was $50,000. What is the parameter in this scenario?
Parameter: The Population of the median income in the city
From a sample of 200 cars, the average fuel efficiency was found to be 30 miles per gallon. What is the sample statistic in this scenario?
Sample statistic: Mean fuel efficiency = 30 miles per gallon
From a sample of 200 cars, the average fuel efficiency was found to be 30 miles per gallon. What is the parameter in this scenario?
Parameter: Population mean fuel efficiency of cars
