Distributions: Normal and Skewed Flashcards
1
Q
Normal
A
- Most people are in the middle of the curve with very few at extremes
- Mean, Median and Mode all occupy the same mid-point
2
Q
Negative Skew
A
- Most of the distribution id to the right
- Mode is the highest point of the peak, median come next left, mean is dragged across left
3
Q
Positive Skew
A
- Most of the distribution concentrated to the left
- Mode is the highest point of the peak, median comes next right, mean is dragged across right
4
Q
What are the Characteristics of a Normal Graph?
A
- Symmetrical
- Bell Shaped Curve
5
Q
What are the Characteristics of a Negative Skew Graph?
A
- Long Tail on the Left
6
Q
What are the Characteristics of a Positive Skew Graph?
A
- Long Tail on the Right
