SOC202H1 Chapter : Chatper 1 note
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Field of statistics: a set of procedures for gathering, measuring, classifying, coding, computing, analysing and summarizing systematically acquired numerical information. Statistic is based on carefully analysis of facts rather than emotional reactions to isolated experiences. Statistical imagination: an appreciation of how usual or unusual event, circumstances or behaviour is in relation to a larger set of similar events and an appreciation of an event"s causes and consequences. we understand that most events are predictable/ ability to think through a problem and maintain a sense of proportion or balance/ involves recognizing highly unusual events for what they are and not overreacting to them. Statistical interpretation must take into account the circumstances of a phenomenon, including the social values of a society or some group within it. : it"s interpretation depends on the place, time and culture in which it is observed.
