Measurement and data

7.12(C)

Comparing Two Groups Fairly

Compare two populations based on data in random samples from these populations, including informal comparative inferences about differences between the two populations.

Part of The student applies mathematical process standards to use statistical representations to analyze data

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Comparing Two Populations

In this lesson you will compare two populations using random samples and make a fair statement about how the groups differ. A population is the whole group you care about, and a random sample is a small part chosen by chance so every member had an equal shot at being picked.