Statistics for Sixth Form: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

What is a confidence interval and why is it important in statistical research?

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A range of values that likely contains the true population parameter, with a specified level of confidence.

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A measure of sample variability, expressed as a range of values.

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A probability distribution representing the likelihood of different values.

Question 2

John wants to understand the distribution of heights in his town. He collects the height of the first 50 people he meets. Which probability distribution would be most suitable for modelling this data?

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Normal distribution

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Binomial distribution

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Poisson distribution

Question 3

In statistical research, which ethical consideration is of utmost importance?

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Ensuring accurate and unbiased data collection

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Including only data that supports the hypothesis

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Removing outliers to increase statistical significance

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Concealing potential conflicts of interest

Question 4

Why is data cleaning and preparation crucial for accurate statistical analysis?

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It removes errors and inconsistencies, ensuring data accuracy for reliable conclusions.

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It only helps organize data for better visualization and presentation.

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It's unnecessary for large sample sizes.

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It's too time-consuming and not essential for basic analysis.

Question 5

Which of the following is **not** a measure of central tendency?

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Range

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 6

Which of the following probability distributions is used to model the number of heads in a sequence of 10 independent coin flips?

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Binomial distribution

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Normal distribution

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Poisson distribution

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Chi-squared distribution

Question 7

In a hypothesis test to determine if the mean weight of a population is greater than 100 kg, the null hypothesis is:

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μ ≤ 100

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μ < 100

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μ = 100

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μ > 100

Question 8

Which of the following sampling methods is most likely to result in a biased sample?

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Convenience sampling

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Simple random sampling

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Stratified sampling

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Cluster sampling

Question 9

Which statistical study had a significant and lasting impact on society, leading to major changes in public health policies and improvements in health outcomes?

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Framingham Heart Study

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Gallup Poll on Presidential Approval Ratings

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Meta-analysis of Vaccine Efficacy

Question 10

Which of the following is not a measure of central tendency?

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Standard deviation

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 11

The normal distribution is a symmetric distribution with a mound shape.

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True

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False

Question 12

A regression line is used to predict the value of one variable based on the value of another variable.

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True

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False

Question 13

The interquartile range (IQR) is a measure of dispersion that is calculated by subtracting the upper quartile from the lower quartile.

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True

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False

Question 14

A confidence interval is a range of values that is likely to contain the true population parameter with a certain probability.

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True

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False

Question 15

How can statistical methods be applied to solve research questions in different fields like medicine, social sciences, and business?

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Identifying patterns and trends in data

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Designing and evaluating experiments

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Predicting outcomes and making informed decisions

Question 16

Which of the following is a measure of central tendency that describes the most frequently occurring value in a dataset?

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Mode

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Mean

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Median

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Range

Question 17

In hypothesis testing, the statement that there is no significant difference between the two groups is referred to as the:

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Null hypothesis

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Alternative hypothesis

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Research hypothesis

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Experimental hypothesis

Question 18

The coefficient of determination (R²) represents the proportion of:

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Variation in the dependent variable explained by the independent variable

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Variation in the independent variable explained by the dependent variable

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Variation in the dependent variable unexplained by the independent variable

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Variation in the independent variable unexplained by the dependent variable

Question 19

Which of the following statements differentiates a parameter from a statistic?

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A parameter is a population value, while a statistic is a sample value.

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A statistic is a population value, while a parameter is a sample value.

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Parameters are always known, while statistics are always estimated.

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Statistics are always known, while parameters are always estimated.

Question 20

The central limit theorem states that as the sample size increases, the distribution of sample means will approach which distribution?

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Normal distribution

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Binomial distribution

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Poisson distribution

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Uniform distribution

Question 21

Which of the following describes a Type II error in hypothesis testing?

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Failing to reject the null hypothesis when it is false

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Rejecting the null hypothesis when it is true

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Rejecting the alternative hypothesis when it is true

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Failing to reject the alternative hypothesis when it is false

Question 22

The primary purpose of a confidence interval is to:

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Estimate a population parameter with a specified level of confidence

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Test the significance of a difference between two groups

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Predict the future value of a dependent variable

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Determine the strength of the relationship between two variables

Question 23

Which of the following describes sampling bias?

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A bias that occurs when the sample is not representative of the population

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A bias that occurs when the data collection method favors a particular outcome

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A bias that occurs when the researcher has a preconceived notion about the study results

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A bias that occurs when the sample size is too small

Question 24

Which probability distribution is used to model the number of successes in a sequence of independent trials?

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Binomial distribution

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Normal distribution

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Poisson distribution

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Uniform distribution

Question 25

The standard deviation of a data set is 10. What is the variance?

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100

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1

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10

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1000

Question 26

A data set has a positive correlation. This means that:

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As one variable increases, the other variable also increases

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As one variable increases, the other variable decreases

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There is no relationship between the variables

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The relationship between the variables is non-linear

Question 27

A confidence interval is a

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Range of values within which a population parameter is estimated to lie

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Test of a hypothesis

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Method of estimating a sample mean

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Measure of dispersion

Question 28

In the context of independent experiments, which probability distribution is employed to model the probability of success?

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Binomial distribution

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Poisson distribution

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Normal distribution

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Uniform distribution

Question 29

Identify the measure used to quantify the strength of the linear association between two variables:

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Correlation coefficient

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Regression coefficient

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Standard deviation

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Variance

Question 30

When examining a scatterplot depicting a negative linear relationship, what can be inferred?

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An increase in one variable corresponds to a decrease in the other variable.

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An increase in one variable corresponds to an increase in the other variable.

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No relationship exists between the two variables.

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The relationship between the variables is not linear.

Question 31

Which sampling method ensures that each population member has an equal probability of being selected?

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Simple random sampling

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Stratified sampling

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Cluster sampling

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Convenience sampling

Question 32

Identify a factor that can introduce bias in data collection:

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Response bias

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Sampling error

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Non-response error

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Measurement error

Question 33

Which of the following is not a measure of central tendency used to describe a set of data?

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Standard deviation

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 34

When rolling a fair six-sided die, what is the probability of obtaining a number greater than 4?

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1/3

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1/2

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1/4

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1/6

Question 35

In hypothesis testing, what is the statement that assumes no significant difference between the groups?

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Null hypothesis

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Alternative hypothesis

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Research hypothesis

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Statistical hypothesis

Question 36

What is the primary purpose of creating a scatterplot?

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To visualize the relationship between two variables

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To calculate the mean and median of the data

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To determine the probability of an event

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To test for statistical significance

Question 37

Which of the following statistical measures quantifies the spread or dispersion of a data set?

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Standard deviation

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Range

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Mean

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Median

Question 38

How are parameters and statistics distinguished in statistics?

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Parameters describe populations, while statistics describe samples

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Parameters describe samples, while statistics describe populations

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Parameters and statistics are synonymous terms

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Parameters are always positive, while statistics can be negative

Question 39

Which of the following is not a recognized method for selecting a sample from a population?

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Snowball sampling

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Simple random sampling

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Stratified sampling

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Quota sampling

Question 40

What is the main objective of constructing a confidence interval?

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To estimate an unknown population parameter

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To determine the significance of a hypothesis test

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To predict future values

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To calculate the probability of an event

Question 41

According to the central limit theorem, what is the shape of the sampling distribution of sample means?

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Normally distributed, regardless of the population distribution shape

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Only normally distributed for large sample sizes

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Not normally distributed for sample proportions

Question 42

Evaluate the challenges and potential benefits of incorporating data science and machine learning techniques into modern statistical analysis.

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Challenges: Specialized expertise needed; Ethical concerns; Computational constraints

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Benefits: Enhanced data exploration; Improved predictive models; Novel insights

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Integration is seamless and poses no challenges

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Data science and machine learning are irrelevant to statistical analysis

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT a measure of central tendency?

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Standard deviation

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Mean

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Median

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Mode

Question 44

Which of the following is the equation for the least squares regression line?

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y = mx + c

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y = ax^2 + bx + c

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y = ln(x) + c

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y = e^(mx) + c

Question 45

A scatterplot shows a strong negative correlation between two variables. What can be concluded from this?

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As one variable increases, the other decreases

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As one variable increases, the other also increases

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There is no relationship between the two variables

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One variable is the cause of the other variable

Question 46

Which of the following is an example of a categorical variable?

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Hair colour

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Age

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Height

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IQ score

Question 47

A boxplot shows that the median is 50, the lower quartile is 40, and the upper quartile is 60. What is the interquartile range?

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20

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10

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30

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40

Question 48

Define effect size and explain its importance in interpreting research findings, beyond merely considering statistical significance.

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Effect size measures the magnitude of an effect, which is crucial for assessing the practical significance of research findings.

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Effect size is not the probability of obtaining a significant result.

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Effect size is not simply the difference between group means.

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Effect size is not synonymous with meaningful change.

Question 49

Given a population that is geographically dispersed and challenging to reach, which sampling technique is most suitable for selecting a representative sample?

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Cluster Sampling

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Simple Random Sampling

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Stratified Sampling

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Systematic Sampling

Question 50

Define sampling error and elaborate on its impact on the precision and trustworthiness of statistical inferences.

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Sampling error refers to the distinction between the genuine population characteristic and the value estimated from a sample, arising from inherent randomness in the sampling process.

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Enlarging the sample size can entirely eliminate sampling error.

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Sampling error only occurs when the sample is not representative of the population.

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Sampling error is not a concern when employing probability sampling methods.

Question 51

What is the probability of rolling a 6 on a fair six-sided die?

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1/6

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1/2

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1/3

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1/4

Question 52

Which of the following is a type of probability distribution used for modeling continuous data?

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Normal distribution

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Binomial distribution

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Poisson distribution

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Chi-squared distribution

Question 53

What is the primary purpose of a null hypothesis in hypothesis testing?

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To provide a baseline for comparison

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To state the alternative hypothesis

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To assume the opposite of what we want to prove

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To prove that the alternative hypothesis is true

Question 54

How can a population be distinguished from a sample?

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A population is the entire group of interest, while a sample is a subset of the population

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A sample is the entire group of interest, while a population is a subset of the sample

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There is no difference between a population and a sample

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A population is always larger than a sample

Question 55

Which of the following is a sampling method where each member of the population has an equal chance of being selected?

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Simple random sampling

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Stratified sampling

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Cluster sampling

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Convenience sampling

Question 56

A researcher wants to test if a new fertilizer makes plants grow taller. They give the new fertilizer to 50 plants and a standard fertilizer to 50 other plants. What type of study is this?

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Controlled experiment

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Case study

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Observational study

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Survey

Question 57

A bag has 5 red balls and 3 blue balls. You take out a ball without looking, then take out another ball without putting the first one back. What's the probability of picking a red ball then a blue ball?

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15/56

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5/8

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1/2

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3/8

Question 58

A scatter plot shows a strong positive linear relationship between two variables. Which of these is the most likely correlation coefficient?

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0.9

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0.1

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0.5

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-0.9

Question 59

Which of the following does NOT measure the typical value in a set of data?

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Standard deviation

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Mode

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Mean

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Median

Question 60

A researcher wants to see how age affects income. What type of graph is best for showing this relationship?

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Scatter plot

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Pie chart

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Bar chart

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Histogram

Question 61

If you roll a fair six-sided die, what is the probability of getting a '6'?

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1/6

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1/2

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1/5

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1/4

Question 62

100 students were asked about their favorite ice cream: 35 like chocolate, 28 like vanilla, the rest like strawberry. What's the relative frequency of students who prefer vanilla?

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28/100

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1/2

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1/4

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35/100

Question 63

Which of these is NOT a feature of a normal distribution?

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Skewness

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Symmetric

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Bell-shaped

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Mean equals median

Question 64

The correlation coefficient between two variables is -0.75. What does this tell us about the relationship between these variables?

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There is a strong negative linear relationship between the variables.

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There is a strong positive linear relationship between the variables.

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There is a weak negative linear relationship between the variables.

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There is no relationship between the variables.