Ch1 - Parameters and Statistics Flashcards

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parameter

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is a value, usually a numerical value, that describes a population

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what is a parameter usually derived from?

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usually derived from measurements of the individuals in the population

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statistic

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is a value, usually a numerical value, that describes a sample

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4
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what is a statistic usually derived from?

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usually derived from measurements of the individuals in the sample

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