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# Types of Statistical Data Analysis

*Summarizes the observations from the sample and presents them clearly.*

Type 1

Descriptive Statistics

Summarizes the observations from the sample and presents them **clearly** .

Uses **summary measures, tables, graphs and charts** to describe, systematize, organize and present the collected data.

Type 2

Inferential Statistics

Makes statements about the **generalizability** of observations and conclusions from random samples to the population.

Assesses **relationships between variables** and quantifies them: strength and significance, predictions and estimates.

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*Slide 155 of 274 · Chapter 5: Data Analysis: A Concise Overview of Statistical Techniques · Principles of Survey Research · Dr. Paul Marx*