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A statistic is a numerical value that summarizes or describes a characteristic of a sample. It is used to make inferences about populations based on sampled data.
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Parameter: A numerical value that describes a characteristic of an entire population.
Sample: A subset of individuals or observations selected from a larger population for the purpose of statistical analysis.
Population: The entire group of individuals or observations that researchers are interested in studying.