PreparED Study Materials
EPI 201: Statistical Methods
School: Michigan State University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 3
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Videos
Job Trends Analysis: Normal Approximation & Z-Values
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Explore the nuances of determining the likelihood of specific employment patterns using statistical methods. Understand the application of the normal approximation to the binomial distribution and the role of z-values in probability determinations. Gain clarity on interpreting employment trends with the help of a standard normal table.
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.
Understanding Delaware's Income Distribution: A Statistical Look
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Analyze Delaware's per capita annual income using statistical methods. Understand the probabilities associated with various income levels for a sample of state residents. Learn to use the Z score formula for such evaluations.
Calculating Confidence Interval for Educational TV Viewership
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Learn how to determine a 90% confidence interval for the proportion of people who watch educational television based on a survey. Understand how to utilize the z-score and interpret results, guiding decisions for a television company's publicity efforts.
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.
Committee Selection: Breaking Down Probabilities
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Uncover the mathematical methods used to determine various probabilities when selecting committees. Utilize combination formulas and probabilities to evaluate different teacher-parent combinations.




