Statistical Questions Worksheets
Summarize numerical data and distinguish questions that expect variability.
Before you begin
Read tables and graphs, count outcomes, and calculate with fractions.
Worked example
Is "How many minutes does each of 19 students spend reading each day?" a statistical question? Explain.
- A statistical question anticipates variability among its answers.
Answer: Yes. Answers vary across students, so a distribution of data is needed.
Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.
Choose your level
These sets use the same exercise types and number ranges across level labels. Choose a fresh set for additional practice.
- Easy: Start with the preview and follow the worked example.
- Medium: Practice the same exercise types with a fresh numbered set.
- Hard: Use another set to practice explaining and checking your answers.
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Preview and print an easy set
Try six questions below, or choose a full set at your level.
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Is "How many minutes does each of 15 students spend reading each day?" a statistical question? Explain.
2
Is "How many minutes are in 11 hours?" a statistical question? Explain.
3
Is "How many minutes does each of 12 students spend reading each day?" a statistical question? Explain.
4
Is "How many minutes are in 16 hours?" a statistical question? Explain.
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Is "How many minutes does each of 11 students spend reading each day?" a statistical question? Explain.
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Is "How many minutes are in 6 hours?" a statistical question? Explain.
Answer Key
1. Yes. Answers vary across students, so a distribution of data is needed.2. No. It asks for a single fixed conversion, not variable data.3. Yes. Answers vary across students, so a distribution of data is needed.4. No. It asks for a single fixed conversion, not variable data.5. Yes. Answers vary across students, so a distribution of data is needed.6. No. It asks for a single fixed conversion, not variable data.