Choosing the right format (AQA GCSE Statistics): Flashcards
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What is the difference between discrete and continuous data?
What is the difference between discrete and continuous data?
Discrete data is countable; continuous can take any value.
How do you identify qualitative vs quantitative data?
How do you identify qualitative vs quantitative data?
Qualitative describes categories; quantitative is numerical.
What format is best for showing exact values?
What format is best for showing exact values?
Tables are best for displaying exact values clearly.
When should you use a pie chart?
When should you use a pie chart?
Use pie charts to show proportions of a whole dataset.
What does a histogram represent?
What does a histogram represent?
Histograms show frequency of continuous grouped data.
Why is audience consideration important in data display?
Why is audience consideration important in data display?
It ensures the format matches viewers' understanding levels.
What is a common mistake with histograms?
What is a common mistake with histograms?
Confusing histograms with bar charts; area matters.
How can you compare trends effectively?
How can you compare trends effectively?
Use bar charts to compare trends across categories.
What should you avoid in pie charts?
What should you avoid in pie charts?
Avoid using them for many small categories; hard to read.
What is a key takeaway for exam format choices?
What is a key takeaway for exam format choices?
Always justify your format choice based on data type.