Which Type of Statistical Analysis Is Used to Describe the Sample

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which type of statistical analysis is used to describe the sample data matrix in such a way as to portray the "typical" respondent and to reveal the general pattern of responses?

• A) averages and trends
• B) descriptive analysis
• C) inferential analysis
• D) associative analysis
• E) regresses data to facts

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Definitions:

Reinvestment

The process of using dividends, interest, or any form of return earnings to purchase additional shares or units instead of receiving the earnings in cash.

Compound Interest

This refers to the interest that is calculated on both the original principal amount and on the interest that has previously been added to that principal in past periods.

Initial Principal

The original sum of money borrowed in a loan or invested, before any interest or profit is added.

Reinvested

The act of using dividends, interest, or any form of returns to purchase additional shares or assets rather than taking cash.