Display Title
Definition--Statistics and Probability Concepts--Statistical Variability
Display Title
Statistical Variability
Topic
Statistics and Probability
Definition
Statistical variability refers to the extent to which data points in a dataset differ from each other and from the central value.
Description
Understanding variability is essential in statistics as it provides insights into the consistency and reliability of data. Measures of variability, such as range, variance, and standard deviation, help in assessing the spread of data points around a central value.
In real-world applications, variability is crucial in quality control processes to ensure product consistency. For students, grasping statistical variability is important for interpreting data accurately and understanding the implications of data spread in statistical analyses.
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| Common Core Standards | CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.B.4, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.6.SP.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.3, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSS.ID.A.4 |
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| Grade Range | 6 - 12 |
| Curriculum Nodes |
Algebra • Probability and Data Analysis • Data Gathering |
| Copyright Year | 2020 |
| Keywords | statistics |
