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CNSL 503 MODULE 1 EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS WITH VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS
Statistics - correct-answer -Encompasses the mathematical field that allows us to
organize, summarize, describe, and interpret different forms of information
Data (datum) - correct-answer -Small and large sets of information
What are statistics important? - correct-answer -1) allows data to be described
and communicated succinctly and concisely
2) means by which researchers communicate their work with one another and the
general public, clear and understandable
3) allow inferences to be drawn about data, particularly when it is not feasible to
collect info from all members of a certain group
4)equip us with the necessary tools needed to make everyday decisions
Ethical use of statistics - correct-answer -1) to communicate large amounts of
information in a clear and simplified manner
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2) serve as a means of drawing inferences Ana's forming conclusions about
relationships between different variables.
3) provide evidence to support claims or to frame an argument
Importance of ethical handling of data - correct-answer -Applies to data collection,
analysis and interpretation.
Improper data collection can result in - correct-answer -Biased and skewed results
Incorrect analysis can lead to - correct-answer -False conclusions
Regarding the interpretation of statistical results, researchers mush understand
the - correct-answer -Strengths and limitations, that characterize each statistical
method and responsible for the claims they make about the statistics they obtain
Quantitative variables are measured by - correct-answer -Ratio or interval scales
Continuous variable - correct-answer -Quantitative variable, can be broken down
into infinitely smaller, fractional components (Temp, time, length, speed)
CNSL 503 MODULE 1 EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS WITH VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS
Statistics - correct-answer -Encompasses the mathematical field that allows us to
organize, summarize, describe, and interpret different forms of information
Data (datum) - correct-answer -Small and large sets of information
What are statistics important? - correct-answer -1) allows data to be described
and communicated succinctly and concisely
2) means by which researchers communicate their work with one another and the
general public, clear and understandable
3) allow inferences to be drawn about data, particularly when it is not feasible to
collect info from all members of a certain group
4)equip us with the necessary tools needed to make everyday decisions
Ethical use of statistics - correct-answer -1) to communicate large amounts of
information in a clear and simplified manner
, 2
2) serve as a means of drawing inferences Ana's forming conclusions about
relationships between different variables.
3) provide evidence to support claims or to frame an argument
Importance of ethical handling of data - correct-answer -Applies to data collection,
analysis and interpretation.
Improper data collection can result in - correct-answer -Biased and skewed results
Incorrect analysis can lead to - correct-answer -False conclusions
Regarding the interpretation of statistical results, researchers mush understand
the - correct-answer -Strengths and limitations, that characterize each statistical
method and responsible for the claims they make about the statistics they obtain
Quantitative variables are measured by - correct-answer -Ratio or interval scales
Continuous variable - correct-answer -Quantitative variable, can be broken down
into infinitely smaller, fractional components (Temp, time, length, speed)
