Common Core: High School - Statistics and Probability

Explore the principles of statistics and probability, equipping high school students with essential skills for data analysis and informed decision-making.

Understanding DataDescribing and Summarizing DataIntroduction to Probability
Statistical Inference and SamplingProbability Rules and Compound EventsInterpreting and Creating Statistical Models
Making Informed DecisionsData Analysis in Science and BusinessUnderstanding Risk and Uncertainty
Breaking Down Complex ProblemsChecking Your Reasoning
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Basic Concepts

Understanding Data

What is Data?

Data is information collected to answer questions or solve problems. In statistics, data can be numbers, words, or even pictures that describe the world around us.

Types of Data

  • Quantitative Data: Numbers you can count or measure (like height, weight, test scores).
  • Qualitative Data: Descriptions or categories (like eye color, favorite ice cream flavor).

Organizing Data

To make sense of data, we often use tables, charts, and graphs. These tools help us see patterns and trends more easily.

Why is Data Important?

From sports statistics to weather forecasts and social media trends, data helps us make better decisions every day.

Examples

  • Recording the number of goals scored by each soccer player in a season.

  • Surveying classmates about their preferred study methods.

In a Nutshell

Data is information we collect, organize, and analyze to learn about the world.

Key Terms

Data
Facts or information collected for analysis.
Quantitative
Data involving numbers or amounts.
Qualitative
Data involving categories or descriptions.
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Describing and Summarizing Data