PreparED Study Materials
STAT 215: Introductory Applied Statistics
School: Grand Valley State University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 13
Notes

Notes/ examples/ week 5 notes (Statistics)
STAT 215
Grand Valley State University
1 page | Fall 2016
Study Guides
Videos
Comparing Stock Returns & Volatility: T-test and F-test Insights
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Compare the mean returns and volatilities of two stocks using t-test and F-test methods. Through the application of hypothesis testing and P-value calculations, we determine which stock provides higher returns and which is riskier.
Poisson Distribution in Event Count & Uranium Discovery
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Explore the dynamics of Poisson distribution using both theoretical understanding and a practical application related to discovering uranium deposits. With the help of Bayes' formula and parameter adjustments, interpret various probabilities and outcomes for event occurrences.
Crunching Car Sales Data: Size, Color, and Probability Insights
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Uncover the likelihood of different car combinations by size and color from a dealer's sales data. Learn how to calculate probabilities, from the chances of a small car being black to the odds a non-small car isn't gray. An insightful look into understanding car preferences.
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.
Assumptions in Statistics: A High School Age Distribution Error
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Analyze the statistical assumptions made about high school students' ages, emphasizing the importance of understanding distributions before applying the Standard Normal Table.
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.











