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Unit 1 – Exploring One–Variable Data
Topic 1.7
What is the difference between a parameter and a statistic?
A parameter is a measure of center, while a statistic is a measure of spread.
A parameter is calculated from the population, while a statistic is calculated from a sample.
A parameter is calculated from a sample, while a statistic is calculated from the population.
A parameter is used in descriptive statistics, while a statistic is used in inferential statistics.
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