Explain the purpose of statistics.

What will be an ideal response?


Statistics are numerical representations of reality; they are used to describe conditions, communicate more effectively, predict outcomes, and develop policy.

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Which term refers to the Latin attitude that recognizes the worth and dignity of others simply based on their humanity?

A. Respecto B. Marianismo C. Santeria D. Personalism

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Distinguish between the services provided within home and residential care settings with those that are delivered in community-based settings

What will be an ideal response?

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In order to solve problems involving organizations or communities, mastery of both micro and mezzo level skills are

necessary.

a. True b. False

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The textbook authors contend that systems theory:

a. encompasses cybernetics and general systems theory b. replaces cybernetics and general systems theory c. is another name for cybernetics only d. is another name for general systems theory but not cybernetics

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