MATLAB: An Introduction with Applications
MATLAB: An Introduction with Applications
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ISBN: 9781119256830
Author: Amos Gilat
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
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**Question 15: Understanding Statistical Inference**

The purpose of statistical inference is to provide information about the _____.

- ○ mean of the sample based upon the mean of the population
- ● population based upon information contained in the sample
- ○ sample based upon information contained in the population
- ○ population based upon information contained in the population

**Correct Answer:** The option "population based upon information contained in the sample" is selected, indicating the correct understanding of statistical inference.

**Explanation:** Statistical inference uses data from a sample to make generalizations about a larger population. The aim is to draw conclusions and make predictions about population parameters based on sample statistics.
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Transcribed Image Text:**Question 15: Understanding Statistical Inference** The purpose of statistical inference is to provide information about the _____. - ○ mean of the sample based upon the mean of the population - ● population based upon information contained in the sample - ○ sample based upon information contained in the population - ○ population based upon information contained in the population **Correct Answer:** The option "population based upon information contained in the sample" is selected, indicating the correct understanding of statistical inference. **Explanation:** Statistical inference uses data from a sample to make generalizations about a larger population. The aim is to draw conclusions and make predictions about population parameters based on sample statistics.
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