Mathematical Methods Used to Draw Tentative Conclusions About a Population

question 89

Multiple Choice

Mathematical methods used to draw tentative conclusions about a population based on sample data are referred to as _________.

• A) descriptive statistics
• B) sample statistics
• C) inferential statistics
• D) random sampling

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Definitions:

Evaluate

To assess or determine the value, significance, or worth of something through analysis or examination.

Simplify

The process of making an expression, equation, or fraction as straightforward as possible by reducing it to its basic form.

Evaluate

To assess or determine the value, significance, or condition of something through careful analysis.

Algebraic Expression

A mathematical phrase that includes numbers, variables, and operation symbols but does not contain an equal sign.