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Discussion of Gummi Bear Experiments (Design Activity)

Methods of Collecting Data

• Census
• Sample
• Experiment
• Observational Study
• Anecdotal Evidence

The Idea Behind Sampling

• parameters versus statistics

Random Rectangles Activity (p:\data\math\stats\randrect.mtw)

• Randomization with IPS Applet and Minitab
• Tables of Random Digit

The Importance of Randomization

Please begin reading Chapter 6 for class on Monday