PreparED Study Materials
PSTAT 109: Statistics for Econ
School: University of California Santa Barbara
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 1
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Which Confidence Level Produces the Widest Interval? Explained!
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Uncover the relationship between confidence levels and interval widths. Grasp how the range of confidence intervals broadens with increasing confidence. Understand the trade-offs in statistical certainty and estimation.
Buteyko Breathing's Impact on Asthma: A Study Analysis
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In this video, we examine the Buteyko method's impact on asthma symptoms using a study of 600 patients. Participants were divided into two groups, one practicing the technique and the other not. The Buteyko group showed significant improvement in life quality and symptom reduction.
Poisson Analysis: Asthma ED Visits in Seattle
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Unpack a Seattle-based study on Emergency Department asthma visits using the Poisson distribution. Explore the probability of visit frequencies and derive insights on healthcare patterns. Conclusions provide a statistical overview of asthma-related ED attendance.
Estimating Study Hours: A 99% Confidence Method"
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Explore how a university dean estimates freshmen study hours using statistical methods. Understand the importance of z-scores, confidence levels, and sample sizes in making accurate predictions. Learn how to ensure results are within a desired error margin.
Uniform Data: Probabilities of Sample Means
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This video offers a comprehensive look into the discrete uniform population, analyzing a sample size of 54 selected with replacement. Through calculated steps, viewers learn how to determine probabilities for a sample mean within specified limits. Utilizing Z-scores and standard normal tables, the session illuminates statistical principles in real-world scenarios.
Analyzing Grade Variance: Is it More than Usual? A Chi-Square Test
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Discover the process of analyzing variance in midterm grades with a Chi-Square test. Understand the significance of high variance and its implications. Follow along as we assess a professor's suspicion about unusually varied student performance.