Distinguish between descriptive and inferential statistics.

What will be an ideal response?


Descriptive statistics are procedures used to organize and describe data. Inferential statistics are procedures used to make predictions or inferences about a population based on a sample.

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Differential association theory postulates that drug abuse largely stems from occasional users' being labeled "abusers."

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What is the value of the within-group sum of squares (SSW)?

a. 8.67 b. 12.67 c. 22.61 d. 32.14

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It is very important that any professional code of ethics be

a. in final form before being implemented, without debate and opportunity for change. b. considered an ever-growing and changing entity. c. open for evaluation and debate at any time. d. only loosely applied.

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Ethnicity is synonymous with:

a. race b. religion c. national origins d. none of these

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