PreparED Study Materials
STAT 1053: Introduction to Statistics in Social Science
School: George Washington University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 24
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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.
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.
Let Y be a random variable with mean 11 and variance 9
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Exit Poll Analysis: Education Funding Referendum Votes
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Explore the application of proportion z-tests in analyzing exit polling data. Understand how to determine the likelihood of sample results given a population proportion. Recognize the importance of considering non-sampling errors in interpreting exit poll outcomes.
Evaluating Tornado Length Claims: A Statistical Breakdown
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Explore a statistical approach to analyze the claim about average tornado lengths. Understand the nuances of hypothesis testing, from setting null and alternative hypotheses to interpreting P-values. Witness a comprehensive breakdown of the evidence from a sample of 500 tornadoes.
Calcium in Chautauqua's Rain: 1990 vs. 2010 Analysis
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Explore the calcium concentration in Chautauqua's rainwater from 2010, comparing it to 1990 levels. Using statistical tests, examine normal distribution and determine significant changes. The results provide insights into environmental shifts over two decades.