CNSL 503 - Module 1 EXAM (updated 2026)
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What are statistics? Statistics encompass the mathematical field that
allows us to organize, summarize, describe, and
interpret different forms of information.
Name 3 reasons why statistics are 1. Statistics allow data to be described and
important communicated succinctly and concisely.
2. Statistics allow inferences to be drawn about
data, particularly when it is not feasible to collect
information from all members of a certain group.
3. Statistics equip us with the necessary tools
needed to critically evaluate information.
Qualitative variables Variables measured in non-numerical terms, using
categories or labels
Quantitative variables Variables measured in numerical terms
Discrete variables Those that hold discrete values, such that they can
be organized into separate categories or counted
using whole numbers
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Terms in this set (21)
What are statistics? Statistics encompass the mathematical field that
allows us to organize, summarize, describe, and
interpret different forms of information.
Name 3 reasons why statistics are 1. Statistics allow data to be described and
important communicated succinctly and concisely.
2. Statistics allow inferences to be drawn about
data, particularly when it is not feasible to collect
information from all members of a certain group.
3. Statistics equip us with the necessary tools
needed to critically evaluate information.
Qualitative variables Variables measured in non-numerical terms, using
categories or labels
Quantitative variables Variables measured in numerical terms
Discrete variables Those that hold discrete values, such that they can
be organized into separate categories or counted
using whole numbers
