What Is the Difference Between Descriptive and Inferential Statistics? Descriptive

question 17

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between descriptive and inferential statistics? Descriptive statistics ______,while inferential statistics ______.

• A) use ratio data;use nominal data
• B) use nominal data;use ratio data
• C) summarize data;determine the probability that results are due to chance
• D) determine the probability that results are due to chance;summarize data

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