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Study design

Samples and surveys

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Reasonable samples

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Samples and surveys

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Valid claimsGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!

Making inferences from random samplesGet 5 of 7 questions to level up!

Observational studies and experiments

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Types of statistical studies

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Correlation and causality

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Appropriate statistical study example

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Observational studies and experiments

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Types of statistical studiesGet 3 of 4 questions to level up!

About this unit

Getting reliable data is vital if we want to make correct conclusions.The process of collecting data through studies involves sampling, observations, surveys, and experiments.