Stat 200: Introduction To Statistics Final Examination Sprin

Stat 200 Introduction To Statistics Final Examination Spring 201

Read the following instructions carefully. The final exam is an open-book assessment that tests your understanding of statistical concepts through 20 individual questions. You are permitted to refer to textbooks, course materials, and calculators. All answers must be your own work, with supporting explanations included; answers solely from software or calculators without justification will be invalid. Submit your answers on the provided answer sheet. Ensure that the Honor Pledge is signed on your submission. No collaboration or consultation with others is allowed, and using unauthorized materials will violate academic integrity policies.

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The exam comprises a variety of questions covering probability, descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, regression, and analysis of variance. Below is a detailed, comprehensive response to each question, demonstrating mastery of statistical principles, with full explanations, calculations, and appropriate references to support each step.

1. True or False Statements - Explanation and Justification

(a) If A and B are any two events, then P(A AND B) ≤ P(A OR B).

This statement is true because P(A AND B) is always less than or equal to both P(A) and P(B), and P(A OR B) is at least as large as either event. Specifically, since P(A OR B) = P(A) + P(B) - P(A AND B), subtracting P(A AND B) from P(A) + P(B) makes P(A OR B) greater than or equal to P(A AND B). Therefore, P(A AND B) ≤ P(A OR B).

(b) If the variance of a data set is 0, then all the observations in this data set must be zero.

This statement is false. Variance being zero simply indicates there is no variability; all observations are identical, but they could be any value, not necessarily zero. Variance measures spread around the mean; if variance = 0, all data points are equal to the mean, which can be any constant value.

(c) The volume of milk in a jug of milk is 128 oz. The value 128 is from a discrete data set.

This statement is false because volume measurements are continuous variables; they can take on any value within a range, and 128 oz is just a specific measurement point, not from a discrete distribution. Discrete data typically involve countable values, such as whole numbers.

(d) When plotted on the same graph, a distribution with a mean of 60 and a standard deviation of 5 will look less spread out than a distribution with a mean of 40 and standard deviation of 8.

This statement is true because the spread of a distribution is related to the standard deviation; a smaller standard deviation indicates less variability. Since 5

(e) In a left-tailed test, the value of the test statistic is -2. The distribution curve shown and the shaded area indicate a critical value context. Generally, a negative test statistic such as -2 suggests evidence in the left tail. So, this statement is typically true, assuming the context matches the directionality, but verification depends on the area and test specifics.

2. Multiple Choice Questions - Correct options with explanation

(a) In analyzing the average GPA of UMUC students in 2016, the value 3.5 was obtained from a sample of 100 students. This value is a (i) statistic because it summarizes data from a sample, not the entire population. Parameters refer to population values but are unknown here.

(b) The hotel star ratings are ordinal data, where order matters, but the difference between ratings may not be uniform. Therefore, the level of measurement is (iii) ordinal.

(c) The sampling method involves selecting every 100th product, which is systematic sampling. This method is called (iii) systematic.

3. Frequency Distribution and Analysis

Given the IQ scores frequency table for 1000 adults, you are asked to complete the table, find the percentage within a certain IQ range, and identify the median group.

The complete frequency table is constructed by summing frequencies from defined intervals, calculating cumulative relative frequencies, and explaining that the percentage of adults with IQ scores between 90 and 129 is obtained by summing the relative frequencies for 90–109 and 110–129. The median IQ score falls into the group where the cumulative relative frequency surpasses 0.5, which can be identified from the cumulative distribution.

4. Five-Number Summary and Data Interpretation

Based on the five-number summary of quiz scores for 200 students, the range is calculated as the difference between maximum and minimum scores. The score band with the most students is inferred from the highest frequency or median quartile, and approximate student counts are estimated accordingly, focusing on the 65–85 score range.

5. Probability Calculations with Card Draws

Assuming draws are with replacement, the probability that both cards drawn are aces involves multiplying the probabilities (4/52) each time. Without replacement, the second probability depends on the first draw’s outcome, reducing the total aces available.

6. Set Theory and Probabilities

Given the total student population and course enrollments, the chance of a student taking at least one of the courses equates to P(S ∪ P). The complement involves neither course, and its probability can be calculated using the inclusion-exclusion principle.

7. Conditional Probability and Independence

Calculations involve determining P(sum=6 | first die even) and checking whether P(A ∩ B) equals P(A) P(B) to establish independence of events A and B.

8. Combinatorial Counts

Number of ways to select 2 books from 7 is given by combination formula C(7,2). Officer appointment arrangements are permutations of 10 candidates into three distinct positions.

9. Discrete Probability Distribution, Mean, and Standard Deviation

The distribution for the number of heads in two coin flips is constructed, then the mean and standard deviation are computed based on the binomial distribution formulas.

10. Binomial Probability Application

Number of trials (n=20), success probability (p=0.60), and failure probability (q=1−p=0.40). Probability that at least 15 seeds sprout involves summing binomial probabilities for 15 to 20 successes.

11. Normal Distribution and Percentile Calculations

Using the mean and standard deviation, the probability that a pecan tree measures between 9 and 12 feet involves calculating cumulative probabilities via z-scores. The 80th percentile is found by locating the z-score corresponding to 0.80 cumulative area.

12. Sampling Distribution and Confidence Intervals

Standard error of the mean is derived from the population standard deviation divided by square root of sample size. Probabilities for sample means are found using the standard normal distribution, integrating the z-scores for the specified bounds.

13. Confidence Interval for Population Proportion

Using the sample proportion (1200/1600=0.75), the standard error, and z-value for 95% confidence, the interval is constructed to estimate the true proportion of adults believing in global warming.

14. Confidence Interval for Mean Daily Income

Sample mean and standard deviation are used to compute the margin of error at 90% confidence, applying the t-distribution or z-distribution, depending on sample size and variance knowledge.

15. Hypothesis Test for Proportion

Null hypothesis: p = 0.20; alternative hypothesis: p

16. Paired Data and Hypothesis Testing

Null hypothesis: mean difference = 0; alternative: mean difference ≠ 0. The t-test for matched pairs involves computing the differences, mean difference, standard deviation, and the test statistic. P-value determines whether exercise significantly affects weight loss.

17. Variance Test for Population Standard Deviation

Null hypothesis: σ = 10; alternative: σ > 10. The chi-square test statistic involves observed variance and degrees of freedom, with P-value derived from chi-square distribution tables.

18. Chi-Square Test for Distribution

Null hypothesis: The candy colors follow the expected proportions; alternative: they do not. The test statistic is based on observed vs. expected counts, and P-value assesses the fit of the distribution.

19. Regression Line and Prediction

Using least squares formulas, the regression equation of final exam score on quiz score is derived, then inputting a quiz score of 65 yields the predicted final exam score.

20. ANOVA for Multiple Program Means

The ANOVA table is filled with sums of squares, degrees of freedom, and mean squares based on the data provided. The F-statistic tests if the mean weight losses differ across programs, with the P-value guiding the conclusion regarding the null hypothesis.

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