Math 110: Chapter 1.1-32 Exam Review

These flashcards cover important vocabulary and concepts from Math 110 Chapter 1.1-32, focusing on variables, sampling techniques, types of data, and summary statistics.

Qualitative Variable

A variable that describes categories or qualities.

Quantitative Variable

A variable that represents numerical values and can be measured.

Discrete Variable

A variable that can take on a countable number of values.

Continuous Variable

A variable that can take on an infinite number of values within a given range.

Sampling Technique

A method used to select individuals from a population to participate in a study.

Non-sampling Error

Errors that occur in data collection that are not related to the sampling process.

Relative Frequency Distribution

A distribution showing the proportions of each category relative to the total.

Mean

The average of a set of numbers, calculated by summing them and dividing by the count.

Median

The middle value in a data set when the values are arranged in order.

Mode

The value that appears most frequently in a data set.