Using Z-Scores to Compare Data (HSC SSCE Mathematics Standard): Flashcards
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What z-scores measure
What z-scores measure
How many standard deviations a value is from the mean
Z-score formula
Z-score formula
in z-score formula
in z-score formula
The individual data value
in z-score formula
in z-score formula
The mean of the dataset
in z-score formula
in z-score formula
The standard deviation of the dataset
Meaning of positive z-score
Meaning of positive z-score
Value is above average
Meaning of negative z-score
Meaning of negative z-score
Value is below average
What larger absolute z-score indicates
What larger absolute z-score indicates
Value is further from the mean
Best z-score for race times (lower time is better)
Best z-score for race times (lower time is better)
More negative z-score
Best z-score for exam scores (higher mark is better)
Best z-score for exam scores (higher mark is better)
Higher z-score