Topics include frequency distributions and their graphs, descriptive statistics, elementary probability, probability distributions, and intro- duction to confidence intervals. Applications are investigated from science, business, and social science perspectives. Graphics calculator is required.
Statistical software is integrated throughout the course.
This course is intended to provide an introduction to statistics in a data-based setting. Transfer to a four-year college and successfully continue a course of study in their major field. Read data and graphs critically and with comprehension. Produce and present data that provide clear answers to questions of interest. Utilize sound methods to draw trustworthy conclusions based on data.