The most important part of statistics is accurately and effectively communicating the results of a study. For this lab, you will be conducting a statistical
study of your choosing and reporting out your results.
Lab Procedure:
• Think of a topic or question that you’re interested in exploring further that can be studied through data.
o It is recommended, but not required, that you pick a topic in you field of study.
• Find a source for your data (or use one of the suggested data source sites listed below).
o The data must be quantitative and ratio-level (See Chapter 1).
o You will need between 30 – 60 data values.
o You will need to provide a direct link to the source of the data.
• Using Excel, perform the following statistical analyses:
o Calculate the relevant and necessary descriptive statistics (See Chapter 2)
o Use Excel to generate a frequency histogram (See Chapter 2)
It should be accurate, with proper number of classes
All axes should be properly labeled
See textbook and Canvas resources for examples of properly formatted histograms
• Write a report that is suitable to be published in a student newspaper or online news site.
o Report should be 2 - 4 paragraphs in length