Descriptive Statistics

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Conduct an analysis of your project data. Prepare the items below based on the data from two of the variables in the data collection instrument.

  1. Determine the mean, median, and mode for each of the variables.
  2. What is the variance for each set of data for each of the variables?
  3. What is the standard deviation for each of the variables?
  4. What is the probability that each event occurs in each of the two variables.

Create an individual Excel document for each of the required items. Be sure to show your work.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

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DESCRIPTIVE STATISTICS

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SLP DESCRIPTIVE STATISTICS

For the second SLP, using the data that you collected for the Module 1 SLP, please do the following:

  1. Calculate the mean, median, mode, variance, and standard deviation of the measurements taken in Module 1 SLP. Show your work and be sure to express each value in units.
  2. Discuss which measure of central tendency you think most accurately describes the variable that you measured. Provide a thorough explanation.
  3. Describe the spread/distribution of your data. Be sure to describe the variance of distribution and the concept of standard deviation as a measure of dispersion in your response.
  4. Conduct a scholarly search on the internet to find reported health statistics on the variable that you are measuring. For example, if you are measuring your total daily caloric intake, American Dietetic Association. Identify the source.

Submit your (2-3 pages) paper by the end of this module.

SLP Assignment Expectations

Assessment and Grading: Your paper will be assessed based on the performance assessment rubric that is linked within the course. Review it before you begin working on the assignment.