stats Flashcards
1
Q
Which of the following is an example of inferential statistics?
A
Making generalizations about a larger population based on sample data
2
Q
Descriptive statistics focus on:
A
Cleaning data by identifying outliers and errors
3
Q
Which of the following is a key feature of descriptive statistics?
A
Provides information about raw data and summarizes large datasets
4
Q
Descriptive statistics typically do NOT:
A
Make assumptions about the population
5
Q
What is the primary goal of inferential statistics?
A
To test, predict, and make inferences to understand population-level trends
