Why Statistics? Flashcards
1
Q
Define empirical methods
A
Research is based on data
2
Q
Define two feature of a good scientific theory
A
Falsifiable and supported by data
3
Q
What is Parsimony?
A
Simpler solution is better
4
Q
Where would people use statistics in everyday life?
A
marketing
5
Q
Can statistics be used to mislead others?
A
Yes
6
Q
Define one way in which stats can be used to mislead others
A
Revealing only part of the data
7
Q
What is descriptive statistics?
A
graphical and numerical
8
Q
What is inferential statistics?
A
Hypothesis testing and testing for correlations/ differences
