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robinn137

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Describe the difference between descriptive and inferential statistics.

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Nominal scales typically use parametric statistical tests.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

Descriptive statistics provides summary measures of the data in samples.Inferential statistics uses probability theory to make statements about the population based on the results stemming from samples.

Answer to Question 2

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Data analysis of both nominal and ordinal scales typically uses nonparametric statistical tests.




robinn137

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Reply 2 on: Jun 29, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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