What is Elementary Statistics with Probability and how do I prepare for the class?
Q. I have to take Statistics this summer. I have no clue what I am in for. It is a junior college level course. (Math 135) Is it hard? Can you give me a sample of a typical problem and how you would solve it? Or just some sort of clue as to what it is all about. I want to know what online or other resources I could use to review and prepare for statistics in the meanwhile?
Asked by Curious George - Tue Jun 17 15:35:58 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Statistics starts with a lot of vocabulary and then a lot of formulas. The only part you may have studied before and could practice would be probability, Most people find that statistics is not as hard as algebra/trig.
Answered by mwcritt - Wed Jun 18 00:59:35 2008

What are the statistics and facts about the decline of intelligence in America?
Q. Now, my opinion is involved with this question, but I do believe there is a decline of intelligence in America. This involves illiteracy, communication skills, common sense, and a few other things. I am looking for facts and statistics to back up my thoughts. So far, I've found a few facts but some of the other things I have found aren't credible. Can any of you provide information on this subject? I'd like statistics from early periods of time, credible sources, and other facts as to why this may be.
Asked by Gracey H - Sun Aug 16 18:47:08 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. good question. I would like to know.
Answered by Shawn - Sun Aug 16 19:03:52 2009

What are the statistics on a career in the entertainment business?
Q. I am writing a career essay for my English class. and I'm writing it on 3 careers which is an acting career, makeup artist and a technical director. I was wondering if anybody could help me with some statistics on this. I'm having a bit of trouble finding some answers. I just want some statistics on the financial side of the 3 careers and how they have increased or declined because of the financial issues because of the recession. I hope this makes scene. Thanks.
Asked by emilylengriffin - Sun Sep 27 23:29:20 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Check out the site princetonreview.com or the Occupational Handbook by the labor department. Both sites offer the information you are looking for.
Answered by jennypinkshoes - Sun Sep 27 23:32:22 2009

Where can I find statistics about the unemployment rate and other related topics?
Q. I'm doing a project for my Crisis Intervention class and our topic is financial crisis and how it can affect one's mental health. My job is to find statistics about the unemployment rate and other related topics. Where can I find such statistics?
Asked by Brandon G - Mon Apr 20 12:49:08 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Each state compiles its own labor statistics, generally in a bureau such as the Department of Labor or Employment. The federal government also keeps yearly statistics on unemployment at the Labor Dept. Unemployment statistics use fudge liberally. For example, people who are permanently out of the work force are not counted, seasonal farm workers aren't counted, and so on. Be skeptical of these statistics.
Answered by Gavin R - Mon Apr 20 12:57:39 2009

How would you define population statistics and sample statistics?
Q. Hi guys, please tell me the definition of 'population statistics' and 'sample statistics'. Thank you!
Asked by Valji786 - Sun Oct 18 20:39:03 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Population statistics describe factual distribution of characteristics in population. Sample statistics deal with possibilities do draw some conclusions about a population based on results of a sample.
Answered by abi - Wed Oct 21 22:50:14 2009

What health care problem should I address in a statistics assignment?
Q. I have to make a power point about a health care problem for a statistics class and include a frequency table, which means I need actual numbers, not percentages as most statistic information is portrayed. Does anyone know what would be a good health-related topic where I could find actual numbers easily? Or any good websites for health-related data?
Asked by The Don - Mon Nov 9 09:54:36 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

What is the difference between maths mechanics and statistics?
Q. Most colleges I have applied to had mechanics and statistics and maths but the 6th form I have been offered a place at does mechanics and statistics. What is the difference between them and which one would be more useful for medicine? My instinct lies on statistics but I am not sure! Thanks.
Asked by Sparkly Star - Tue Jan 27 16:29:28 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Statistics would definitely complement medicine more than mechanics. Mechanics is about applying maths to solve physical problems in the real world. It deals with topics such as forces, inertia, energy, statics and dynamics. Mechanics complements more with physical sciences and fields such as engineering, construction, architecture, info technology and manufacturing. Statistics is about collection, analysis, interpretation or explanation, and presentation of data. Important decisions cannot be made without thorough examination of data. Statistics complements a wider range of fields such as banking and finance, biochemical sciences, public sector management and almost anything that need data analysis!
Answered by wgh - Tue Jan 27 18:11:16 2009

What is the statistics for the lowering IQ compared to a few year ago?
Q. I have heard and I have known that the current generation's IQ is on its descent. I want to know what the statistics are and what other information I need to know.. I need back-up details and anything else when it comes to the IQ of the people, whether they be on the descent or otherwise. Thank you!
Asked by Cat'sPurrr - Tue Sep 11 09:24:10 2007 - - 1 Answers - 3 Comments

A. All I can offer here is, the average IQ is 115, mine is 122 so that proves I'm no brain box! There is a site www.dore.com where one can test thier IQ and it will also give you the realivant stats. Good Luck
Answered by failte1950 - Fri Sep 14 17:46:04 2007

What are the statistics for keep weight off after weight loss?
Q. I would say I lost about forty to fifty pounds of fat and got into really good shape. I did it approximately five years ago. I haven't gained it back, and have worked really hard to keep it off. What are the statistics for keeping the weight off, I know its pretty low Actually I lost the weight in around two months or so due to stress. I didn't do it correctly.
Asked by DMan - Thu Sep 25 18:11:48 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. the reason the statistics are low for keeping the weight off is because the majority of people do not do it the right way. its obvious you worked hard and ate right, for people who did it like you the statistics are high for keeping it off. for people who go on the atkins or starvation diets the statistics are very low
Answered by Dave F - Thu Sep 25 18:16:08 2008

What are some statistics about schizophrenia?
Q. I am doing a research projects about schizophrenia and I cant find any good statistics about it.. Can you help me, please?
Asked by Kathryn S - Mon Apr 16 21:48:08 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The best source in the world for any and all mental health disorders is the DSM IV-TR. It should be available in the library of a university, but if psychology is an interest of yours it would be a good buy. If psychology is your major it is most likely that you will need one in the future, anyway. the DSM IV-TR has diagnostic and statistical information for every recognized mental disorder, and a very extensive section on schizophrenia.
Answered by lulu muffin - Mon Apr 16 23:26:26 2007

What are the statistics of having an eating disorder?
Q. What are the statistics of girls with eating disorders? How many of them that start dieting at age 13-14 get an eating disorder? What percent? Maybe I should have put it this way: What are the chances of a person who started dieting at age 13 getting an eating disorder? i.e.(this isn't true but just an example of the kind of answer I'm looking for)---20% of people who start dieting at age 13 get an eating disorder...
Asked by SeaYouAtTheBeach - Fri Jun 16 18:07:54 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I can't tell you the likelihood of developing an eating disorder according to age, but here's some information about the age of onset. 86% report onset of illness by the age of 20 10% report onset at 10 years or younger 33% report onset between ages of 11-15 43% report onset between ages of 16-20 A panel at the 2004 International Conference on Eating Disorders in Orlando, Florida, suggested the following spectrum of risk factors. The more any one person has, the greater the probability of developing an eating disorder. High weight concerns before age 14 High level of perceived stress Behavior problems before age 14 History of dieting Mother diets and is concerned about appearance Siblings diet and are concerned about… [cont.]
Answered by psychgrad - Fri Jun 16 18:18:39 2006

Where can I find statistics on players in world football for free, other than Guardian Unlimited?
Q. I need to know statistics like up-to-date data on minutes played and goals scored this season, for individual players in all major leagues including South America and Europe. The service needs to be free and not the brilliant Guardian Unlimited site that I already use.
Asked by Stuart C - Sun Jan 20 03:52:28 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Try the following site:- FIFA.com - World Football
Answered by The Rugby Player - Mon Jan 21 10:58:12 2008

What is the best statistics textbook out there that is good for reference?
Q. I'm looking for an easy to understand statistics textbook that is a great reference for research work. I'm not looking to blow my wallet either. Something that will explain concepts in a way for non-stats majors.
Asked by Sir Guitarist - Tue Sep 9 15:57:21 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. P.R.VITTAL 'S business statistics ann operation research ,This will certainly helo you .All the best
Answered by puppu - Tue Sep 9 16:15:31 2008

Are there statistics as to what percentage of men will sexually assault a woman?
Q. We've all heard plenty of statistics about the number of women that will be sexually assaulted in their lifetime. It's difficult to estimate, I know, but apparently one out of every ten women will be raped and one out of every four women will be sexually assaulted in some manner. There is less data, or scientific estimation, as to how many men will commit a sexual crime (first, second, or third degree) in their lifetime. Does anyone know the statistics on that? What percentage of men will be rapists? What percentage will commit sexual assault?
Asked by athedge - Tue Mar 31 05:02:00 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. i don't know about that. interesting question. i wonder how many of the ones that do it a "first time" fallback into that pattern the first time they get a chance? sometimes the prison system fails to rehabilitate these things. let's punish punish punish, and then release... rather than fixing the actual problem that caused the criminal to commit the terrible crime in the first place. i wonder if that percentage is going down, since so many men are locked inside of their mom's basement now, not paying any rent, not changing their clothes, and playing halo-3 and world of warcraft for their entire young adult lives?
Answered by Rude Dog - Tue Mar 31 06:01:50 2009

What is the importants of statistics in testing a new drug?
Q. I have to write a paragraph on the importance of statistics involving studies on the effects of a new drug and i am having some trouble with it. Can you please help me. Thanks!
Asked by gojackets - Thu Aug 20 22:54:12 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I work as a biostatistician, so I actually do this for a living. Drug are tested for two primary thing; efficacy and safety. The efficacy, or the effectiveness of the drug is tested against either a placebo or the best drug for the disease on the market. This testing will tell you whether or not your drug actually works. We also test for safety. Every adverse event (anything from dry mouth to vomiting) is recorded. We use statistical analysis to determine if the adverse event occur more frequently in the study drug than in the placebo. The reason we use statistical testing is that it allows for the testing of the fewest amount of people while still finding a significant difference. This is important because if the drug does not work… [cont.]
Answered by . - Mon Aug 24 09:02:50 2009

What are some reasons and statistics to argue against prisoner rights in a debate?
Q. This is for my friend. Anyway, in a school argument, she is arguing against rights for prisoner and needs some strong reasons and statistics. Any help? (Tha thing's due in two weeks!)
Asked by Madysen - Fri Feb 29 15:41:31 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

What is your best example of statistics being used to bend the truth?
Q. Looking for your best example of twisted statistics (either in the press, research, advertising, etc.) to sell a point. For example, I hear a lot of things in the press where reporters say some medication doubles your risk of getting cancer or something, even if it doubles your odds of getting it from one in 10 million to one in 5 million. It's like saying "leaving your house increases your risk of getting killed by a falling meteorite by 500 percent". Anyone else got any good examples?
Asked by thenumberq2 - Wed Sep 24 16:05:37 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Sample Report: Based on a study conducted in a public school it was found out that that 75% of delinquent students are Asian. What would you think about that statistical report without the knowing the raw data? Majority of the Asian students are delinquent right? Here is the raw data/information: Total student populations: 1,000 where 800 are Asian descend (Either both parent or just one is Asian) 200 are mixed (American/Hispanic) reported Delinquent Students: only 4 of which 3 are Asian descend It's easy to be fooled by statistics if you're just given the final figure without background of the raw data, your populations, and other pertinent information to make the presentation more objective.
Answered by romar - Fri Sep 26 01:34:31 2008

Why do government statistics show women as major abusers in the home; as opposed to public image?
Q. Government statistics show women as major abusers, inside the family, while the public image is that men are the major abusers. Does the government agency have reasons to lie, or distort statistics?
Asked by George S - Mon Jun 1 15:10:18 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. When you get down to actual police reports and domestic violence calls, usually reported by the neighbors, the facts come to the fore. Meanwhile, guys in social settings, the source of popular images, are too macho to admit to their buds that their 5'2" wife is the abuser or to seek help.
Answered by Cool Dude - Mon Jun 1 15:18:32 2009

How do journalists use probability and statistics in their careers?
Q. I'm doing a project that ties in the college application process with math for my Probability and Statistics class (I'm a junior in high school). I can't think of any reasons. The project is due tomorrow! Any ideas would help.
Asked by dramababii14 - Wed Oct 24 22:14:57 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Journalists, publicists and other media practitioners use statistics and probability in articles/reports to backup their stories and opinions on issues. Facts and figures go together so it's essential that the statistics are correct and up to date. Any poor research on statistics would discredit the reporter and undermine the work of statisticians.
Answered by ChameleonGirl - Wed Oct 24 22:23:51 2007

How much of statistics are involved in Psychology?
Q. I'm a senior in high school currently and I'm trying to figure out what I want to do for the rest of my life. I'm really into psychology and I am thinking about majoring in psychology in college. My preference for a career right now is to become a forensic psychologist, but I am not good at math at all. I was wondering if statistics are a huge part of psychology if you want to major in it? Currently, I am taking AP statistics at my high school, and I just do not understand it.
Asked by sccrtomboy4evr - Sun Sep 9 19:29:33 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Statistics are a big part of the field. Don't get discouraged about the stats. I did not do well in my first statistics course in college, I didn't understand anything. But then I took another course as an elective and something clicked. I loved the course and everything started to come into focus. I finished my undergrad and then got my master's in statistics. the material can be challenging for some, but if you keep looking at it you'll be able to get the stats. and if you have to do a lot stats in your work you can always hire a statistician to do it! (actually it's not a bad idea. The statistician can help you design the experiment from the start so that the data collected will give you the best statistical, reproducible… [cont.]
Answered by Merlyn - Sun Sep 9 22:45:10 2007