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By: Apunaja
Published: Mar 19, 2024
I just watched this clip of Don Lemon interviewing Elon Musk, where Lemon pushed back on Musk’s claims of DEI policies impacting the quality of medical care and insisted that there is no evidence that standards are being lowered in medical programs in the pursuit of diversity goals. It was infuriating to watch. The word ‘gaslighting’ repeatedly came to mind.
I don’t know if Lemon genuinely doesn’t know the facts about this issue, or if he is deliberately misrepresenting the inconvenient truth, but as anyone who has been paying attention to this issue can attest, it is indisputable that standards are indeed being lowered, in myriad professional and educational contexts, for the express purpose of increasing the racial diversity of that group’s membership. What makes it hard to believe that Lemon isn’t being disingenuous about this is that in so many of the cases where this is happening, the proponents of the policy openly state that the reason they are changing their standards are in order to increase representation of minorities. Of course, they don’t call it “lowering standards for diversity”. But when you get rid of a testing requirement, or lower the passing grade, or modify the entrance qualifications to deliberately allow lower performing black and Hispanic students entrance, you are by definition lowering standards for the sake of diversity and equity, no matter how you spin it.
It’s high time for the false claim that ‘promoting DEI doesn’t adversely impact standards’ to finally be put to rest. In the interview, Lemon said he looked forward to people providing evidence of the claim, so I’m going to attempt to do that here, to lay out unambiguous evidence of educational and professional standards being compromised for the sake of DEI. I’m going to first focus on the area of medicine, which is what Lemon was specifically talking about, and then I’ll get into many other arenas where we can see this happening.
In a 2022 City Journal article, the esteemed Heather Mac Donald describes a required medical exam being altered (both in its subject matter and its grading) to allow for more students to pass:
At the end of their second year of medical school, students take Step One of the USMLE, which measures knowledge of the body’s anatomical parts, their functioning, and their malfunctioning; topics include biochemistry, physiology, cell biology, pharmacology, and the cardiovascular system. High scores on Step One predict success in a residency; highly sought-after residency programs, such as neurosurgery and radiology, use Step One scores to help select applicants. Black students are not admitted into competitive residencies at the same rate as whites because their average Step One test scores are a standard deviation below those of whites. Step One has already been modified to try to shrink that gap; it now includes non-science components such as “communication and interpersonal skills.” But the standard deviation in scores has persisted. In the world of antiracism, that persistence means only one thing: the test is to blame. …The solution … was obvious: abolish Step One grades. Since January 2022, Step One has been graded on a pass-fail basis.
Further in the article, she explores how med school entrance standards have been adjusted to increase the number of minority students entering even though their grades were far lower:
In 2021, the average score for white applicants on the Medical College Admission Test was in the 71st percentile… The average score for black applicants was in the 35th percentile—a full standard deviation below the average white score. The MCATs have already been redesigned to try to reduce this gap; a quarter of the questions now focus on social issues and psychology. Yet the gap persists. So medical schools use wildly different standards for admitting black and white applicants. From 2013 to 2016, only 8% of white college seniors with below-average undergraduate GPAs and below-average MCAT scores were offered a seat in medical school; less than 6% of Asian college seniors with those qualifications were offered a seat, according to an analysis by economist Mark Perry. Medical schools regarded those below-average scores as all but disqualifying—except when presented by blacks and Hispanics. Over 56% of black college seniors with below-average undergraduate GPAs and below-average MCATs and 31% of Hispanic students with those scores were admitted, making a black student in that range more than seven times as likely as a similarly situated white college senior to be admitted to medical school and more than nine times as likely to be admitted as a similarly situated Asian senior.
Later on she recounts a further example of reducing standards to increase diversity at a top-tier institution:
The University of Pennsylvania medical school guarantees admission to black undergraduates who score a modest 1300 on the SAT (on a 1600-point scale), maintain a 3.6 GPA in college, and complete two summers of internship at the school. The school waives its MCAT requirement for these black students; UPenn’s non-preferred medical students score in the top one percent of all MCAT takers.
The article details many more examples of diversity efforts impacting the quality of the curriculum, admissions, faculty hiring, research funding, accreditation, publishing, and other aspects of the medical education arena. I strongly encourage you to read it in full here.
But where did all these changes stem from? A 2020 Quillette article reveals how these policies were a result of a long-running campaign to increase diversity:
…in 2009 the body that accredits medical schools, the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), touched off a parity panic across the med school landscape by issuing stern new guidance on diversity. In order to remain accredited, declared LCME, medical schools “must” have policies and practices in place that “achieve appropriate diversity.” …In the wake of the LCME’s watershed edict, working groups were convened, budget line items were created, and high-profile hires were made to facilitate diversity boosting and community recruitment. A main stumbling block seemed to be minority candidates’ poor performance on gatekeeper exams like the MCATs.
Once the unstoppable force of diversity activism met the immovable object of disparate MCAT scores, activists focused their efforts on reducing the MCAT’s significance and incorporating tests that were not based on cognitively demanding subjects like actual medical knowledge in favor of things like emotional intelligence, empathy, and communication:
The primary selling point of SJTs was thus that they allowed schools to consider factors other than such blind metrics as a straightforward ranking of applicants’ college grades and MCAT performance. The MCATs themselves were revised in 2015 to give meaningful weight to areas of the social sciences.
The amazing thing about all this is how, if you just listen to their own words, these activists are totally open about how they need to lower the standards to increase minority representation. Here’s one such statement from an advocacy group admitting that expecting minority students to meet the same academic standards everyone else is held to holds back diversity:
…a huge obstacle to diversity is that most medical schools have the same criteria for all applicants. To get a medical student population that is representative of the general population requires more than simply accepting applicants of color who have the same grades and MCAT scores as White applicants…
Their solution? Lessen the importance of the MCAT in applications.
While on the topic of medical schools, consider this chart, highlighting the likelihood that students in different racial groups are granted entrance to medical schools, based on their grades. It echoes Mac Donald’s claims above, and indisputably reveals that a low performing student has a much higher chance of getting in when they’re black versus being any other race.
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Another way of looking at that same data is in this chart:
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This 2023 Newsweek op-ed unambiguously advocates for the MCAT to be abolished as an entrance requirement in order to increase diversity:
A panel representing the American Bar Association (ABA) recently voted to eliminate the LSAT as an admissions requirement for law schools. The main reason for doing this: to increase diversity in law schools. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) should follow the lead of the ABA for medical school admissions by removing the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) as a requirement.
Here’s a similar Washington Post piece proposing that the MCAT be changed to a pass/fail test. Why? In the author’s own words: “This is a crucial step if the medical profession is to diversify its physician ranks.”
There are further examples that could be provided, but I think this suffices to prove Elon’s claim. Copious examples of deliberate efforts to lower standards in medical education for the express purpose of increasing diversity. Mr. Lemon, do you find this evidence sufficient to acknowledge that Elon’s assertion was correct?
But it gets worse. As I said above, the problem of lowering educational and professional standards to increase diversity is not just an issue in the medical field. Campaigns pursuing this agenda are occurring all over society. Mr. Lemon, please bear with me a bit longer and allow me to provide further evidence of just how widespread this phenomenon actually is:
1. In Oregon, the state decided that students don’t need to prove mastery of reading, writing or math to graduate, citing harm to students of color. This a result of a law passed in 2021 which the governor’s office explained as follows:
…suspending the reading, writing and math proficiency requirements while the state develops new graduation standards will benefit “Oregon’s Black, Latino, Latina, Latinx, Indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander, Tribal, and students of color.”
2. In order to address "racial disparities" and "inequities" in grading, Portland Public Schools are trying "equitable grading practices" that bar teachers from assigning "zeros" to students who cheat or fail to turn in assignments.
3. In Minnesota, they’ve decided to stop giving F grades in order to “end systemic racism”.
4. In San Diego, because too many minority students were failing compared to white students, the school decided to address the problem not by improving the pedagogy but by… changing how they graded students. “The grading changes are part of a larger effort to combat racism,” they explained.
5. NJ chose to lower the minimum passing score on the state’s high school graduation test. Why? Among other reasons given was this appeal to diversity:
One board member who supported lowering the passing score suggested that it was “unfair” to “Black and Latino students” to require underperforming students to demonstrate a higher level of proficiency in reading and math before graduating.
6. In Arizona, a student dean felt that it would “promote equity” if he stopped grading students essays based on the quality of their writing. (This sounds similar to an effort by a student org that called for ‘Black Linguistic Justice’ and demanded that they not be graded by the standards of ordinary English, what they referred to as ‘white linguistic supremacy’. 🤷‍♂️)
7. Along similar lines, Rutgers decided to deemphasize traditional grammar ‘in solidarity with Black Lives Matter’.
8. It’s not just the US embracing this insanity. In the UK, instructors at Hull University were told to overlook students’ grammatical errors as part of an “inclusive marking policy”. And for a similar reason, the University of the Arts in London has told its staff to ‘actively accept spelling, grammar or other language mistakes that do not significantly impede communication’.
9. Please read this detailed article at The Free Press about the new California math initiative that sacrifices mathematical education for diversity goals. This new framework seems primarily motivated by concerns that too many students are sorted into different math tracks based on their natural abilities, which leads some to take calculus by their senior year of high school while a disproportionate number of black and Latino kids don't make it past basic algebra. So their solution is to prohibit any sorting until high school, keeping gifted kids in the same classrooms as their less mathematically inclined peers until at least grade nine.
10, Those same lowered math standards are being implemented in Cambridge, MA:
Udengaard is one of dozens of parents who recently have publicly voiced frustration with a years-old decision made by Cambridge to remove advanced math classes in grades six to eight. The district’s aim was to reduce disparities between low-income children of color, who weren’t often represented in such courses, and their more affluent peers.
11. In order to advance their DEI agenda, the creators of the bar exam are changing the famously difficult tests that lawyers have to pass before they are allowed to practice. How are they doing so? In their own words (emphasis added):
…we take seriously the need to work toward greater equity in all that we do as a testing organization, and we actively work to eliminate any aspects of our exams that could contribute to performance disparities among different groups.
A WSJ article investigating these changes reports:
Based on the diversity workshop at the NCBE conference, it means putting considerable emphasis on examinees’ race, sex, gender identity, nationality and other identity-based characteristics. The idea seems to be that any differences in group outcomes must be eliminated—even if the only way to achieve this goal is to water down the test. On top of all that, an American Civil Liberties Union representative provided conference attendees with a lecture on criminal-justice reform in which he argued that states should minimize or overlook would-be lawyers’ convictions for various criminal offenses in deciding whether to admit them to the bar.
12. Of course, the obvious question presents itself: why bother changing the bar exam to allow more people to pass it if you can just get rid of it entirely? And that’s exactly what some states are doing. Just a few days ago, the State of Washington decided to no longer require lawyers to pass the bar exam. Why? It was hampering diversity.
The Bar Licensure Task Force found that the traditional exam “disproportionally and unnecessarily blocks” marginalized groups from becoming practicing attorneys and is “at best minimally effective” for ensuring competency.
13. The Washington State decision follows in the footsteps of Oregon, which stopped requiring the bar exam last year.
14. Taking the bar happens at the end of a law student’s journey. What about at the beginning, when they are taking the LSAT? No worries, diversity initiatives are lowering the bar there too! The American Bar Association voted in 2022 to stop requiring the LSAT for admission to law school. Why?
“In the grand scheme of things, folks of color perform less well on the LSAT than not, and for that reason, I think we are headed in the right direction,” Leo Martinez, an ABA council member and dean emeritus at University of California, Hastings College of the Law, said at the meeting.
15. In related legal arenas, Delaware chose to improve the diversity of its legal community by instituting a few changes of its own. Some of the changes, “which ultimately aim to also increase the number of Black and Latino judges”, include lowering the passing grade, halving the number of essays, and other competency requirements being relaxed.
16. Similar changes have happened in California, for the explicitly stated reason of increasing diversity:The California Supreme Court, which oversees the state bar, agreed to lower the passing score for the exam, a victory for law school deans who have long hoped the change would raise the number of Black and Latino people practicing law.
17. A 2015 NY Times headline: Study Cites Lower Standards in Law School Admissions. Why are they lowering standards? Answer: “…they need flexibility in selecting students to assure a diverse population of lawyers.”
18. Just like with med schools, law school acceptance rates are biased towards minorities. An analysis of admissions data data revealed that being from an under represented minority group (URM) boosted one’s chance of acceptance to a law school quite dramatically:
Almost every school we cover shows an increased chance of admission to URM applicants, with higher boosts for higher-tiered schools….As you can see in Table 1a, law schools typically give a 7% boost to URM applicants. In other words, a URM applicant who is exactly equal to a non-URM candidate, including all other factors we control for, is 7% more likely to be admitted to any law school than a non-URM equivalent. This number is a whopping 498% in the Top 14, 126% in the Top 25, and 52% in the Top 50 law schools.
Just as is happening in the legal and medical arenas, the practice of increasing minority numbers by eliminating entrance exams that ensure professional competency is happening in other professions too. Some examples of that:
19. In Washington, DC, officials considered getting rid of their social work exam over concerns that it failed too many people of color.
20. A required test for math teacher certification in Ontario showed significant racial disparities in the success rates of those taking it. As a result of the disparity a court ruled it unconstitutional and teachers were no longer required to take it. (The ruling has since been overturned.)
21. A similar case occurred in NY whereby prospective teachers had to take an Academic Literacy Skills Test. But because disproportionate numbers of black and Hispanic applicants failed it, the test was eliminated.
22. In a similar lawsuit, NYC had to pay out $1.8 billion to former teachers who failed a certification test. Why? The test was deemed racially biased since a disproportionate number of the failures came from minority teachers.
23. In 2015 the FDNY was pressured to modify its certification requirements to increase gender diversity, and for the first time ever passed a woman who failed a physical test that until then all fire-fighter applicants needed to pass.
Fire Commissioner Daniel Nigro told a City Council hearing on the FDNY’s efforts to recruit women that he had changed FST requirements to lower obstacles.
24. A few months ago, a fascinating article appeared on this very platform exposing how the FAA deliberately lowered the testing requirements of flight controllers for the express purpose of increasing diversity. The consequences for the industry were, unsurprisingly, appalling:
A report on FAA hiring issues found that 70% of CTI administrators agreed that the changes in the process had led to a negative effect on the air traffic control infrastructure. One respondent stated their "numbers [had] been devastated," and the majority agreed that it would severely impact the health of their own programs.
25. Of course, a well-known area where standards have been lowered in the pursuit of DEI is in how colleges have stopped requiring applicants to have taken the SAT. I can’t begin to list all the colleges that have dropped the SAT entrance requirements in the name of equity (although many hid the decision behind the excuse of Covid), but according to this list, it’s over a thousand schools. A few prominent names that instituted the policy are Columbia, Yale, Princeton, Stanford, Harvard, MIT, UCLA, and SUNY. (However, in recent months, a few of those institutions have reversed the policy and now require it again.)
26. Among all the many cases where destructive DEI policies are being implemented, possibly the most disturbing arena of all is when actually talented and capable students are purposefully denied opportunities that can help them excel. An example of this in action is the numerous school districts that have chosen to remove “Gifted and Honors” classes for the stated reason of increasing equity. Some examples:
Culver City, CA:
Troy, MI
Barrington, RI
New York and this too
Seattle, WA
Vancouver, Canada
27. If they’re not eliminating the Honors programs entirely, many schools are simply dropping the entrance requirements so that they are open to anyone, thereby diluting their very purpose. Some places this has already happened:
San Francisco
Boston, MA
Montgomery County, MD
New York City
Fairfax, VA
The result of these admission changes? Massive increases in students failing. For example:
…at the John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science, just 50% of seventh graders met or exceeded expectations in math, down from 85% as recently as 2019. Nor was the Boston Latin School, the crown jewel of the system, immune: Just 70% of seventh graders either met or exceeded expectations in math, down from 94% three years ago.
28. Even the military is affected by demands to lower standards to increase diversity (albeit gender diversity, not racial). The Army actually removed a physical test because not enough women were passing it:
On Monday, the Army ended its requirement that soldiers do at least one leg tuck — where they hang from a bar and pull their knees up near their shoulders — as part of the new physical fitness test, as it became clear that many troops, particularly women, were unable to do it.
29. Speaking of gender diversity, Oxford University decided that because not enough women were passing their math and computer science examinations, they would add more time to the exam to help them. (Apparently, it didn’t even help.)
30. Oxford also decided to let a History test be taken at home in order to increase the number of women passing.
31. And because too many men were getting top grades in a classics course over the women, Oxford also decided they had to overhaul the entire course in order to bridge the gender gap.
32. Across the globe in Australia, the University of Technology Sydney chose to boost their gender diversity by allowing female students to enter its engineering and construction courses with lower grades than the males.
33. Back in 2016, a doctoral student at the University of North Dakota actually published a paper suggesting that STEM courses be made more inclusive of women by making then “less competitive,” so maybe that’s where the above universities got their inspiration from?
34. The lowering of educational standards for the sake of diversity is happening in arts education too. Consider how auditions were scrapped at a Brooklyn performing arts school in favor of a lottery. Why? Diversity!
The Department of Education says standards like auditions — or test scores and grades at other schools — block access for underprivileged kids, and the new policy will diversify student bodies across the district.
The above examples are just a sampling of the many instances of the pernicious trend of DEI deliberately compromising the standards of performance to advance its agenda. Public figures and pundits like Don Lemon need to stop repeating this lie that there is no downside to promoting these policies. On the contrary, it’s imperative that everyone recognize how these Harrison Bergeron-like policies directly lead to a deterioration of our educational outcomes, an undermining of our scientific, technological and medical progress, a diminishing of our professional competencies, and a fraying of our societal cohesion.
It’s time for DEI to DIE.
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Don 🍋 is astonishingly dumb.
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juliebowie · 2 months
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Understanding Different Types of Variables in Statistical Analysis
Summary: This blog delves into the types of variables in statistical analysis, including quantitative (continuous and discrete) and qualitative (nominal and ordinal). Understanding these variables is critical for practical data interpretation and statistical analysis.
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Introduction
Statistical analysis is crucial in research and data interpretation, providing insights that guide decision-making and uncover trends. By analysing data systematically, researchers can draw meaningful conclusions and validate hypotheses. 
Understanding the types of variables in statistical analysis is essential for accurate data interpretation. Variables representing different data aspects play a crucial role in shaping statistical results. 
This blog aims to explore the various types of variables in statistical analysis, explaining their definitions and applications to enhance your grasp of how they influence data analysis and research outcomes.
What is Statistical Analysis?
Statistical analysis involves applying mathematical techniques to understand, interpret, and summarise data. It transforms raw data into meaningful insights by identifying patterns, trends, and relationships. The primary purpose is to make informed decisions based on data, whether for academic research, business strategy, or policy-making.
How Statistical Analysis Helps in Drawing Conclusions
Statistical analysis aids in concluding by providing a structured approach to data examination. It involves summarising data through measures of central tendency (mean, median, mode) and variability (range, variance, standard deviation). By using these summaries, analysts can detect trends and anomalies. 
More advanced techniques, such as hypothesis testing and regression analysis, help make predictions and determine the relationships between variables. These insights allow decision-makers to base their actions on empirical evidence rather than intuition.
Types of Statistical Analyses
Analysts can effectively interpret data, support their findings with evidence, and make well-informed decisions by employing both descriptive and inferential statistics.
Descriptive Statistics: This type focuses on summarising and describing the features of a dataset. Techniques include calculating averages and percentages and crating visual representations like charts and graphs. Descriptive statistics provide a snapshot of the data, making it easier to understand and communicate.
Inferential Statistics: Inferential analysis goes beyond summarisation to make predictions or generalisations about a population based on a sample. It includes hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and regression analysis. This type of analysis helps conclude a broader context from the data collected from a smaller subset.
What are Variables in Statistical Analysis?
In statistical analysis, a variable represents a characteristic or attribute that can take on different values. Variables are the foundation for collecting and analysing data, allowing researchers to quantify and examine various study aspects. They are essential components in research, as they help identify patterns, relationships, and trends within the data.
How Variables Represent Data
Variables act as placeholders for data points and can be used to measure different aspects of a study. For instance, variables might include test scores, study hours, and socioeconomic status in a survey of student performance. 
Researchers can systematically analyse how different factors influence outcomes by assigning numerical or categorical values to these variables. This process involves collecting data, organising it, and then applying statistical techniques to draw meaningful conclusions.
Importance of Understanding Variables
Understanding variables is crucial for accurate data analysis and interpretation. Continuous, discrete, nominal, and ordinal variables affect how data is analysed and interpreted. For example, continuous variables like height or weight can be measured precisely. In contrast, nominal variables like gender or ethnicity categorise data without implying order. 
Researchers can apply appropriate statistical methods and avoid misleading results by correctly identifying and using variables. Accurate analysis hinges on a clear grasp of variable types and their roles in the research process, interpreting data more reliable and actionable.
Types of Variables in Statistical Analysis
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Understanding the different types of variables in statistical analysis is crucial for practical data interpretation and decision-making. Variables are characteristics or attributes that researchers measure and analyse to uncover patterns, relationships, and insights. These variables can be broadly categorised into quantitative and qualitative types, each with distinct characteristics and significance.
Quantitative Variables
Quantitative variables represent measurable quantities and can be expressed numerically. They allow researchers to perform mathematical operations and statistical analyses to derive insights.
Continuous Variables
Continuous variables can take on infinite values within a given range. These variables can be measured precisely, and their values are not limited to specific discrete points.
Examples of continuous variables include height, weight, temperature, and time. For instance, a person's height can be measured with varying degrees of precision, from centimetres to millimetres, and it can fall anywhere within a specific range.
Continuous variables are crucial for analyses that require detailed and precise measurement. They enable researchers to conduct a wide range of statistical tests, such as calculating averages and standard deviations and performing regression analyses. The granularity of continuous variables allows for nuanced insights and more accurate predictions.
Discrete Variables
Discrete variables can only take on separate values. Unlike continuous variables, discrete variables cannot be subdivided into finer increments and are often counted rather than measured.
Examples of discrete variables include the number of students in a class, the number of cars in a parking lot, and the number of errors in a software application. For instance, you can count 15 students in a class, but you cannot have 15.5 students.
Discrete variables are essential when counting or categorising is required. They are often used in frequency distributions and categorical data analysis. Statistical methods for discrete variables include chi-square tests and Poisson regression, which are valuable for analysing count-based data and understanding categorical outcomes.
Qualitative Variables
Qualitative or categorical variables describe characteristics or attributes that cannot be measured numerically but can be classified into categories.
Nominal Variables
Nominal variables categorise data without inherent order or ranking. These variables represent different categories or groups that are mutually exclusive and do not have a natural sequence.
Examples of nominal variables include gender, ethnicity, and blood type. For instance, gender can be classified as male, female, and non-binary. However, there is no inherent ranking between these categories.
Nominal variables classify data into distinct groups and are crucial for categorical data analysis. Statistical techniques like frequency tables, bar charts, and chi-square tests are commonly employed to analyse nominal variables. Understanding nominal variables helps researchers identify patterns and trends across different categories.
Ordinal Variables
Ordinal variables represent categories with a meaningful order or ranking, but the differences between the categories are not necessarily uniform or quantifiable. These variables provide information about the relative position of categories.
Examples of ordinal variables include education level (e.g., high school, bachelor's degree, master's degree) and customer satisfaction ratings (e.g., poor, fair, good, excellent). The categories have a specific order in these cases, but the exact distance between the ranks is not defined.
Ordinal variables are essential for analysing data where the order of categories matters, but the precise differences between categories are unknown. Researchers use ordinal scales to measure attitudes, preferences, and rankings. Statistical techniques such as median, percentiles, and ordinal logistic regression are employed to analyse ordinal data and understand the relative positioning of categories.
Comparison Between Quantitative and Qualitative Variables
Quantitative and qualitative variables serve different purposes and are analysed using distinct methods. Understanding their differences is essential for choosing the appropriate statistical techniques and drawing accurate conclusions.
Measurement: Quantitative variables are measured numerically and can be subjected to arithmetic operations, whereas qualitative variables are classified without numerical measurement.
Analysis Techniques: Quantitative variables are analysed using statistical methods like mean, standard deviation, and regression analysis, while qualitative variables are analysed using frequency distributions, chi-square tests, and non-parametric techniques.
Data Representation: Continuous and discrete variables are often represented using histograms, scatter plots, and box plots. Nominal and ordinal variables are defined using bar charts, pie charts, and frequency tables.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main types of variables in statistical analysis?
The main variables in statistical analysis are quantitative (continuous and discrete) and qualitative (nominal and ordinal). Quantitative variables involve measurable data, while qualitative variables categorise data without numerical measurement.
How do continuous and discrete variables differ? 
Continuous variables can take infinite values within a range and are measured precisely, such as height or temperature. Discrete variables, like the number of students, can only take specific, countable values and are not subdivisible.
What are nominal and ordinal variables in statistical analysis? 
Nominal variables categorise data into distinct groups without any inherent order, like gender or blood type. Ordinal variables involve categories with a meaningful order but unequal intervals, such as education levels or satisfaction ratings.
Conclusion
Understanding the types of variables in statistical analysis is crucial for accurate data interpretation. By distinguishing between quantitative variables (continuous and discrete) and qualitative variables (nominal and ordinal), researchers can select appropriate statistical methods and draw valid conclusions. This clarity enhances the quality and reliability of data-driven insights.
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victoriajohnson2556 · 10 months
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Unraveling Data Mysteries: A Beginner's Guide to SPSS Exploration and Analysis
Statistics plays a pivotal role as the bedrock of empirical research, offering priceless insights into the intricate relationships that exist among variables. Within the realm of graduate-level statistical analysis, we navigate the labyrinth of data using the robust Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). Our primary objective is to unearth patterns and relationships among variables, amplifying our comprehension of the underlying data structures. Join us as we embark on an illuminating journey through two intricate numerical questions that not only challenge but also showcase the potential of SPSS in untangling the multifaceted complexities of statistical analysis. If you are seeking assistance or struggling with your SPSS assignment, rest assured that this exploration might provide the help with SPSS assignment you need.
Question 1:
You are conducting a research study to analyze the relationship between students' hours of study and their final exam scores. You collect data from a sample of 100 graduate students using SPSS. The dataset includes two variables: "Hours_of_Study" and "Final_Exam_Score." After importing the data into SPSS, perform the following tasks:
a) Calculate the mean, median, and mode of the "Hours_of_Study" variable.
b) Determine the range of the "Final_Exam_Score" variable.
c) Generate a histogram for the "Hours_of_Study" variable with appropriate bins.
d) Conduct a descriptive analysis of the correlation between "Hours_of_Study" and "Final_Exam_Score" variables.
Answer 1:
a) The mean of the "Hours_of_Study" variable is 15.2 hours, the median is 14.5 hours, and the mode is 12 hours.
b) The range of the "Final_Exam_Score" variable is 40 points.
c) The histogram for the "Hours_of_Study" variable is attached, indicating the distribution of study hours among the graduate students.
d) The correlation analysis shows a Pearson correlation coefficient of 0.75 between "Hours_of_Study" and "Final_Exam_Score," suggesting a strong positive correlation between the two variables.
Question 2:
You are conducting a multivariate analysis using SPSS to examine the impact of three independent variables (Variable1, Variable2, Variable3) on a dependent variable (Dependent_Variable). The dataset includes 150 observations. Perform the following tasks:
a) Provide the descriptive statistics for each independent variable (mean, standard deviation, minimum, maximum).
b) Conduct a one-way ANOVA to determine if there are significant differences in the mean scores of the Dependent_Variable based on the levels of Variable1.
c) Perform a regression analysis to assess the combined effect of Variable2 and Variable3 on Dependent_Variable.
Answer 2:
a) Descriptive statistics for each independent variable are as follows:
Variable1: Mean = 25.3, SD = 3.6, Min = 20, Max = 30
Variable2: Mean = 45.8, SD = 5.2, Min = 40, Max = 50
Variable3: Mean = 60.4, SD = 7.1, Min = 55, Max = 70
b) The one-way ANOVA results indicate a significant difference in the mean scores of Dependent_Variable based on the levels of Variable1 (F(2, 147) = 4.62, p < 0.05).
c) The regression analysis reveals that Variable2 and Variable3 together account for 65% of the variance in Dependent_Variable (R² = 0.65, p < 0.001), suggesting a substantial combined effect of these variables on the dependent variable.
Conclusion:
SPSS serves as a powerful tool for unraveling the intricacies of statistical relationships. From exploring correlations between study hours and exam scores to conducting multivariate analyses, our journey through these graduate-level questions demonstrates the versatility and depth that SPSS brings to statistical exploration. As we navigate the depths of data analysis, we gain valuable insights that contribute to the ever-evolving landscape of statistical research.
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empressofthesunwriter · 11 months
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Anomaly
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Anomaly; noun: something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected.
While her older brother Zack rises in the ranks of SOLDIER, Dalia Fair is one of the biggest Idol’s Midgar has ever seen! All seems well for the siblings, till the Whispers appear and try to kill Dalia. Now brother and sister must unrevail ShinRa’s dark secrets and why Dalia is an anomaly in the eyes of the spectral beings.
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Zack has a younger sister whom the Whispers want to get rid of because they must protect the sacred canon.
Spoiler Alert: Dalia won't let herself get killed or erased by the spooky grim reapers wannabe!
Also, canon who, it's her show now!
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Chapter 3: Fair & Strife
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As they made their way to floor 62, Dalia and Zack couldn't help feeling a sense of excitement mixed with nervousness. 
The thought of finally finding a lead on the Whispers was both thrilling and terrifying.
When they arrived at the floor, they were greeted by rows upon rows of filing cabinets, stacks of paperwork, and endless rows of computers. 
It was overwhelming, to say the least.
Zack turned to Dalia with a determined look on his face. 
"Let's split up and search for Cloud Strife's name in the resident list," he said firmly. "We'll cover more ground that way."
Dalia nodded in agreement and they set off in different directions, scanning through pages upon pages of names until finally...
"Zack! I found him!" she exclaimed excitedly, waving her brother over to her computer screen. "Cloud Strife, age 14, living in…-"
Suddenly the young girl smashed her forehead against the table.
“Dali, what’s wrong?!”, asked Zack worried, rubbing her red forehead.
“I’m also a dumbass…”, she whined. “Cloud told me that he was an infantryman and tried to become a SOLDIER…Of course, he lives in the barracks of the infantryman.”
Zack couldn’t help it.
He laughed.
“Asshole!”, growled Dalia, hitting over on over with her tiny fist on his shoulders.
This made Zack only more laugh.
“We truly are brother and sister! I can’t!”
His little sister just whined and hit him more.
The SOLDIER Third Rank finally managed to calm down and catch his breath.
"Okay, let's focus. We need to find the barracks for the infantryman and search for Cloud Strife there," he said, trying to regain his composure. He checked Cloud’s info. “Apartment Block G. Seventh Floor. 7A.”
They left the record room and headed towards the barracks.
The excitement mixed with nervousness was back again, but this time it was stronger.
They were getting closer to finding Cloud Strife, a lead to unlocking the mystery of the Whispers. 
As they walked through the halls, Dalia wondered if her brother would have lived here, if they didn’t get a family unit as he joined ShinRA.
Normally all SOLDIERS, to-be and infantrymen lived in Apartment Blocks around ShinRa, but if someone was married and/or had kids they were moved to the Apartment Complex where the Fair Siblings lived.
Their apartment was originally designed for a young couple with one child however was remodelled for the sibling pair.
If Zack hadn’t been number one on the entrance exam for SOLDIER they surely wouldn’t have given them the chance to live together under ShinRa protection.
Anyway finally, they arrived at Apartment Block G and made their way up to the seventh floor. 
They found 7A easily enough and knocked on the door.
There was no answer at first, but then they heard shuffling inside.
The door opened slowly and a young boy with spiky blond hair peeked out nervously.
"Are you Cloud Strife?", Zack asked eagerly.
The boy nodded silently, looking like he was about to bolt at any moment.
“It’s him.”, confirmed Dalia. Seeing him again made her remember how good-looking she thought he was.
“Do I know you?”, asked Cloud warily.
Reassuring the only girl smiled.
“I know what we will tell you will sound crazy, but it’s best we talk in your apartment. Can we come in?”
“Who are you both exactly?”
“I’m Zack Fair, SOLDIER Third class.”, introduced Zack. “That’s my little sister Dalia alias Rosethrone!”
For that, Dalia smashed her elbow into her brother's stomach.
“Zack I wanted to tell him that in his apartment! No one who doesn’t need to know my secret life as Idol Rosethrone needs to know!”, she hissed angrily.
What if someone else in the apartments heard them?!    
Cloud looked at them sceptically for a moment, yet then he seemed to make up his mind.
"Fine," he said finally, stepping aside to let them in. "But I don't have much time."
As they entered the small apartment, Dalia couldn't help but feel a pang of sympathy for the young boy. The place was sparsely furnished and clearly had seen better days.
But there was a giant poster.
Of Rosethrone.
Of her!
And on a shelf, she saw some of her CDs.
“I thought you weren’t my fan?”, she asked him grinning from ear to ear.
Zack pursed his lips at the poster. It was not anything naughty because Dalia was underage and she knew better than to do such things, however, it’s not like he liked the thought that people had posters of his sister in their homes.
Especially teenagers.
Especially boys!
Cloud looked embarrassed, but also a little proud. "I may have started to like Rosethrone music after the concert," he admitted sheepishly. "Her music is really good."
Dalia couldn't help but feel touched by his words. 
It was one thing to have fans who didn't know her personally but to have someone like Cloud, whom she had come to respect and admire, appreciate her music meant the world to her.
“Thank you.”
Cloud frowned at her.
“And you say you are Rosethrone? You have both blue eyes, but she is a redhead and you have spiky black hair.”
With a cheeky grin, Dalia just started to sing the chorus of one of her number-one hits to make Cloud believe she was indeed the Idol.
It seemed to work.
Thank god, her voice was so unique.
That Cloud was shocked was an understatement, he blushed furiously and facepalmed.
“Now I’m ashamed about the poster...”
“Don’t be, I don’t mind!”, she told him truthful. “I made this photo shoot for this poster knowing people would hang them up in their rooms. Really all is good.”
Now that this was out of the world, they settled into the small apartment, and Zack and Dalia began to explain their situation to Cloud. 
They told him about the Whispers, the strange events that had been happening around them, and how they believed he might hold the key to unlocking the mystery.
Cloud listened intently, his eyes widening as they spoke. When they finished, he looked at them in fear.
“I don't know anything about these Whispers,", he admins. “They certainly didn’t visit me. Also, I’m just an infantryman, I’m nothing special.”
“Aren’t you trying to become SOLDIER?”, asked Zack to clarify.
The blond nodded slowly.
“How is this going?”
“Could be better...”
The siblings gave him a sympathetic look. They could tell that Cloud was giving his all, yet he seemed to not advance.
Zack and Dalia exchanged a look. They knew that Cloud was holding something back, but they didn't want to push him too hard. After all, they had just met him and he was clearly scared.
"Okay," Zack said finally, trying to sound reassuring. "We understand if you can't help us. But if you do remember anything, please let us know."
Cloud nodded silently, his eyes downcast.
“I don’t get why the Whisper attacked Dalia after we met. I mean, she is the Idol, I’m nobody.”, mumbled Cloud.
“But the meeting left an impression on you, you became her fan.”, reminds Zack playfully.
At least the blond-haired boy grinned a bit.
Suddenly Dalia sat upright.
“Wait a second! What if this is the answer?!”, she shouted.
Her sudden outburst left Zack and Cloud both looking confused.
"What do you mean, Dali?", Zack asked, his brow furrowed.
Dalia took a deep breath before continuing, "Think about it. The first Whisper attack happened right after my concert when Cloud became my fan."
Cloud looked up at her with a mixture of shock and realization dawning on his face. "You think that my becoming your fan somehow triggered the Whispers?"
"It's possible," Dalia replied, excitement creeping into her voice. "Maybe they're after me because of my influence or something."
“Sis, a lot of people become your fans daily, why would Cloud become your fan being so big that it changes the course of destiny?”, wondered Zack, crossing his arms.
“There must be something special on Cloud then!”, she rebuked.
“I’m not special...”, mumbled Cloud.
“I think you are! You really dedicated to your dream this is admirable!”, complimented Dalia.
This turned the blond into a tomato, scratching his cheek embarrassed.
Zack couldn’t help himself and teased: “Aww, does someone have a crush on my sister?”
Cloud turned only redder, while Dalia gave her brother a look.
“Not helping Zack!”
Suddenly all hell broke loose.
Out of nowhere a swarm of Whispers appeared in Cloud's apartment, zeroing in on Dalia!
“Anomaly, you must be erased!”, they hissed as one.
Frightened Dalia screamed, trying to hide behind Cloud's couch.
Thankful Zack and Cloud reacted fast. Her brother drew his sword and Cloud took his infantrymen gun to shoot at them.
The Whispers were relentless, attacking from all sides.
Zack and Cloud fought back with everything they had, but it seemed like there was no end to the swarm. 
Dalia huddled behind the couch, tears streaming down her face as she watched the chaos unfold.
She prayed for a quick end.
Why was she so helpless?
Why must she always be protected?
Why didn’t she learn how to fight for real?
Because she always knew Zack would protect her, that’s why.
“Dali, Dali, sis, Imoto-Chan, it’s okay.”, she heard Zack coo. Strong arms picked her up and hugged her like a small child. Dalia hugged her brother tightly back. “They are gone, they are gone.”
“But for how long?”, she whimpers.
“This are also the Whispers. They really have it out for Dalia, I’m so sorry.”, told her Cloud, looking at her sadly.
What a nightmare she had to live through. These things shook him up and that was her third encounter with them.
“It’s not your fault, Cloud.”
“Actually, I think it is.”
Shocked Dalia and Cloud looked at the grim Zack.
“When I teased you if you had a crush on my sister, the things appeared, can you guys guess what this means?”
The two younger ones blinked at him in confusion.
Zack signed and placed Dalia back on the floor.
“I think the Whispers don’t want Cloud to have a crush on you Dalia or fall in love with you. Seems like it will change destiny in a way that they don’t like.”
Hearing the word love made both 14-year-olds blush bashfully.
“It’s...it’s just a little celebrity crush...”, confessed Cloud, turning redder any second. “Not like she would like me back...”
“Erm, actually, I did think about you more than I should have...”, was now Dalia's turn to confess and turn red. Both males stared at her flabbergasted. “Our meeting made a big impression on me because you treated me like a person and not some kind of divine being...yeah...”
In Zack formed the urge to coo at the two young teens, who shyly looked at each other with red cheeks.
But he needed to stay focused.
“This is all really cute, but I think I have the solution for our problem.”, began Zack.
Curious and hopeful the younger ones looked at him.
“You both have to stay away from each other and don’t get into a relationship. I repeat don’t date each other, destiny doesn’t want you guys together!”
The SOLDIER’S third words hung heavy in the air as Dalia and Cloud looked at each other with a mixture of disappointment and understanding. 
They both knew that Zack was right - the Whispers were after them because of their connection, and if they wanted to stop them, they would have to stay apart.
It was a bitter pill to swallow, but Dalia knew it was necessary.
She couldn't risk putting Cloud in danger just because of her own feelings. And she couldn't let the Whispers win by destroying their friendship before it even had a chance to blossom into something more.
Cloud seemed to be thinking along the same lines, his expression resigned but determined.
"I understand," he said finally, his eyes meeting Dalia's for a moment before looking away. "We'll stay apart."
The girl nodded slowly, feeling a lump form in her throat. It wasn't fair that destiny had to be so cruel sometimes, but she knew that she had to accept it and move on. She looked up at Zack, who gave her a small smile of encouragement.
"Don't worry," he said softly. "It will be okay, there are plenty of fish in the sea."
Yeah, sure.
The Fair siblings said their goodbye to Cloud and apologised for dragging him into this mess, however, he just waved their concerns away.
“I’m just sad we can’t even be friends. We three, I mean.”
“It sucks man, but better save than sorry.”
They all nodded in agreement.
With that, the Fair’s left and Cloud closed the door behind them.
A little tear slipped down Dalia’s cheek.
It was so unfair...
She couldn’t even be friends with Cloud.
All because destiny didn’t want to and would send his Whisper after them.
Just who was destined to be with Cloud and why was it so important that she couldn’t be it?
And why call her an Anomaly?
This still was strange.
As they walked away from Cloud's apartment, Dalia couldn't shake off the feeling of sadness that had settled in her chest.
It was true that destiny could be cruel sometimes, yet she refused to believe that she and Cloud were not meant to be friends.
She glanced at Zack, who seemed lost in thought, before speaking up.
"I don't want to give up on our friendship with Cloud," she said firmly. "There has to be a way for us to stay in touch without putting him or ourselves in danger."
Zack nodded slowly, his expression serious. "I agree. But we have to be careful about it. We can't risk exposing ourselves or Cloud to the Whispers again."
Dalia knew he was right, but she couldn't help feeling frustrated.
She had always been a fighter, someone who didn't give up easily, and the idea of giving up on her friendship with Cloud felt like a defeat. However, she also knew that she had to listen to reason and come up with a plan that would keep them all safe.
"Maybe we can communicate through encrypted messages or something," she suggested after a moment of silence. "That way we can still talk without revealing too much information."
Zack smiled at her approvingly. "That's a good idea. We'll work on it when we get back home. Maybe Kunsel can help us."
Dalia nodded, feeling slightly better now that they had a plan in place. She looked up at the sky and took a deep breath, trying to shake off the sense of unease that still lingered within her.
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2, 5, 10, and 11 for Shu please!
Thanks for asking!
2) Do their table manners live up to Lorenz's standards?
Hell no, they even would put their feet on the bench just to annoy Lorenz more. Also they chew with their mouth open unconsciously.
5) What's their fave and least fave chore?
Their fave is cooking (though their skill level is not the best, they like mixing in rare, foreign ingredients and "innovating", to the chagrin of others). Their least fave is anything that requires them to bathe after, like stable duty.
10) As a child what did they want to be when they grew up, if different to the path they ended up on?
When Shu was younger they wanted nothing more than to please their parents and improve their family's status in society. Since they live in Dagda, which I hc as having a civil examination system, their parents wanted them to pass the exam and work their way up as an healer/alchemist/astronomer in Dagdan Imperial court.
They ended up running away after breaking down from the pressure and spend some time drifting around helping out in Abyss. At first they try to use this time away from home to constantly hone their strength in reason magic, reading the books in Abyss and stealing some from above ground.
Shu eventually becomes a renowned though unconventional healer at their own pace, as well as a masterful potter in their own right. Because of their deviation from the path decided for them and general unprofessionalism, they do not serve the purposes of the Dagdan or Fodlan nobility very well, but they are very happy!
11) What combat class do they secretly wish they could be?
Wyvern rider because they love animals, but alas they are not good at axes or anything heavier than a sword 😵
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Free Online Calculator for Math and Fitness
In today’s digital age, calculators are no longer just physical devices found in classrooms or offices. With the rise of the internet, free online calculators have become essential tools for a variety of tasks, from complex mathematical calculations to tracking fitness goals. This article will explore the advantages of these digital calculators and how they can simplify both math and fitness endeavors.
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Variety of Functions
Free Online calculator are incredibly versatile. Here’s a closer look at some of the different types available:
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While free online calculators offer numerous benefits, it’s important to consider some potential drawbacks:
Over-Reliance: Users may become overly reliant on these tools, potentially undermining their ability to perform calculations manually. It’s essential to maintain a balance between using online calculators and developing one’s own math skills.
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How to Study and Prepare for the Gmat? - QDS Pro
How to Study and Prepare for the Gmat?
By QDS Pro / August 28, 2024
The GMAT (Focus Edition) is a standardized test that holds significant weight as an admissions requirement for MBA programs, with a specific focus on management skills. You can take this computer-adaptive assessment up to five times per year. It’s important to keep in mind that B-Schools look for more than just a good GMAT score when scheduling the examination to fit your schedule. They expect applicants to meet additional requirements.
Steps for the Study and Prepare of Gmat
Step 1: Get familiar with the format and content.
Step 2: Make a study plan
Step 3: Select the appropriate GMAT practice materials for your needs.
Step 4: Practice Tests
Step 5: Control your test-day nerves.
Step 1: Get familiar with the format and content.
The GMAT Focus Edition 2024 is a 2-hour 15-minute adaptive test designed to evaluate your quantitative, verbal, and data analysis abilities. Each exam taker is given a score ranging from 205 to 805. This test is divided into three components. The time of each segment, number of questions, and question types are as follows:GMAT Focus Edition SectionsNo. of QuestionsTypes of QuestionsQuantitative Reasoning21 Problem Solving, Algebra and ArithmeticVerbal Reasoning23 Reading Comprehension, Critical ReasoningData Insights20 Data Sufficiency, Multi-source Reasoning, Table Analysis, Graphics Interpretation, Two-Part Analysis
Step 2: Make a Study Plan
An excellent technique is to use a resource, such as a GMAT book or GMAT course, to acquire certain strategies or subjects, followed by practicing what you’ve learnt with test-like problems. Applying what you learn straight away to the types of challenges you’ll encounter on Test Day can help you cement your knowledge and ensure it sticks with you.
What should you study? That is contingent on the outcomes of your practice exam. For the first month, concentrate on materials that are
A “weakness opportunity” for you, frequently tested.
A “weakness opportunity” is something you are currently suffering with but believe you can improve on. Perhaps you know how to accomplish it, but you take longer than necessary. Perhaps you performed well on this topic in school, but you need to practice to regain your skills. Don’t concentrate on your “worst” weaknesses; instead, go after the low-hanging fruit first.
In the Quant portion, for example, linear equations and exponents are more commonly assessed than quadratic equations. Furthermore, you must learn how to handle the first two before attempting the third. So, begin with linear equations and exponents; worry about quadratics later.
Statistics subjects are common on the GMAT. Average and median are significantly more typically tested than standard deviation, therefore begin with the content that is most commonly tested.
In the final week before your second practice test, include a broad review of qualities that you may not have worked much in the previous weeks. For example, if you excel in Critical Reasoning (and haven’t prioritized it in your study), work through some CR problems this week to consolidate your technique before your practice test.
Step 3: Select the appropriate GMAT practice materials for your needs.
Before diving into the process of selecting the appropriate resources for your GMAT study, it’s important to have a clear grasp of the various steps involved in preparing for the exam. At QDS Pro, we have developed a 3-stage learning process that has been highly effective for numerous students in achieving a score of 700+ (GFE Equivalent 645+).
Phase 1: Understanding Concepts and Methodologies
This step involves acquiring an extensive knowledge of all the concepts inside a specific subsection and mastering the methods of solving the associated questions.
Phase 2: Building
In this part, we build on what we’ve learnt by answering first a little hard questions and then more difficult ones. We start with loose timing and work our way up to regular timing. The speed at which you’ll be asked to take the real GMAT is standard timing.
Step 4: Practice Tests
Take a detailed, realistic GMAT practice test to determine your current Quantitative, Verbal, and Data Insights scores. Along with your scores, your practice test results will show you what kinds of questions you did well on and which ones you had trouble with.
Another good thing about taking a GMAT practice test is that it will help you get used to the style and timing of the real test. Looking over each question again will help you figure out what you need to work on most to get better. You’ll know exactly how to use what you’re learning to do well on tests as you study. 
It’s important to take your GMAT practice tests in settings that are as close as possible to the real test. You shouldn’t take longer breaks than you need to (on the real test, you’ll only get one 10-minute break), and you shouldn’t eat or drink anything except during your break. 
Last but not least, plan to spend at least three hours going over your test again and again within two days of taking it. Take the time to look over the great facts that will help you with your studies.
Step 5: Control your Test-Day anxiety.
It is understandable to be nervous about taking the GMAT exam, considering the high stakes and the fact that your GMAT score will have a significant impact on your career path and earning potential in the coming years. While you prepare for the other components of the exam, make sure you mentally prepare to deal with the stress and nerves of test day so you don’t become overwhelmed.
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How to Study and Prepare for the Gmat? - QDS Pro
How to Study and Prepare for the Gmat?
By QDS Pro / August 28, 2024
The GMAT (Focus Edition) is a standardized test that holds significant weight as an admissions requirement for MBA programs, with a specific focus on management skills. You can take this computer-adaptive assessment up to five times per year. It’s important to keep in mind that B-Schools look for more than just a good GMAT score when scheduling the examination to fit your schedule. They expect applicants to meet additional requirements.
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Steps for the Study and Prepare of Gmat
Step 1: Get familiar with the format and content.
Step 2: Make a study plan
Step 3: Select the appropriate GMAT practice materials for your needs.
Step 4: Practice Tests
Step 5: Control your test-day nerves.
Step 1: Get familiar with the format and content.
The GMAT Focus Edition 2024 is a 2-hour 15-minute adaptive test designed to evaluate your quantitative, verbal, and data analysis abilities. Each exam taker is given a score ranging from 205 to 805. This test is divided into three components. The time of each segment, number of questions, and question types are as follows:GMAT Focus Edition SectionsNo. of QuestionsTypes of QuestionsQuantitative Reasoning21 Problem Solving, Algebra and ArithmeticVerbal Reasoning23 Reading Comprehension, Critical ReasoningData Insights20 Data Sufficiency, Multi-source Reasoning, Table Analysis, Graphics Interpretation, Two-Part Analysis
Step 2: Make a Study Plan
An excellent technique is to use a resource, such as a GMAT book or GMAT course, to acquire certain strategies or subjects, followed by practicing what you’ve learnt with test-like problems. Applying what you learn straight away to the types of challenges you’ll encounter on Test Day can help you cement your knowledge and ensure it sticks with you.
What should you study? That is contingent on the outcomes of your practice exam. For the first month, concentrate on materials that are
A “weakness opportunity” for you, frequently tested.
A “weakness opportunity” is something you are currently suffering with but believe you can improve on. Perhaps you know how to accomplish it, but you take longer than necessary. Perhaps you performed well on this topic in school, but you need to practice to regain your skills. Don’t concentrate on your “worst” weaknesses; instead, go after the low-hanging fruit first.
In the Quant portion, for example, linear equations and exponents are more commonly assessed than quadratic equations. Furthermore, you must learn how to handle the first two before attempting the third. So, begin with linear equations and exponents; worry about quadratics later.
Statistics subjects are common on the GMAT. Average and median are significantly more typically tested than standard deviation, therefore begin with the content that is most commonly tested.
In the final week before your second practice test, include a broad review of qualities that you may not have worked much in the previous weeks. For example, if you excel in Critical Reasoning (and haven’t prioritized it in your study), work through some CR problems this week to consolidate your technique before your practice test.
Step 3: Select the appropriate GMAT practice materials for your needs.
Before diving into the process of selecting the appropriate resources for your GMAT study, it’s important to have a clear grasp of the various steps involved in preparing for the exam. At QDS Pro, we have developed a 3-stage learning process that has been highly effective for numerous students in achieving a score of 700+ (GFE Equivalent 645+).
Phase 1: Understanding Concepts and Methodologies
This step involves acquiring an extensive knowledge of all the concepts inside a specific subsection and mastering the methods of solving the associated questions.
Phase 2: Building
In this part, we build on what we’ve learnt by answering first a little hard questions and then more difficult ones. We start with loose timing and work our way up to regular timing. The speed at which you’ll be asked to take the real GMAT is standard timing.
Step 4: Practice Tests
Take a detailed, realistic GMAT practice test to determine your current Quantitative, Verbal, and Data Insights scores. Along with your scores, your practice test results will show you what kinds of questions you did well on and which ones you had trouble with.
Another good thing about taking a GMAT practice test is that it will help you get used to the style and timing of the real test. Looking over each question again will help you figure out what you need to work on most to get better. You’ll know exactly how to use what you’re learning to do well on tests as you study. 
It’s important to take your GMAT practice tests in settings that are as close as possible to the real test. You shouldn’t take longer breaks than you need to (on the real test, you’ll only get one 10-minute break), and you shouldn’t eat or drink anything except during your break. 
Last but not least, plan to spend at least three hours going over your test again and again within two days of taking it. Take the time to look over the great facts that will help you with your studies.
Step 5: Control your Test-Day anxiety.
It is understandable to be nervous about taking the GMAT exam, considering the high stakes and the fact that your GMAT score will have a significant impact on your career path and earning potential in the coming years. While you prepare for the other components of the exam, make sure you mentally prepare to deal with the stress and nerves of test day so you don’t become overwhelmed.
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What Is Statistical Analysis? Key Concepts with Examples
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Statistical analysis is a powerful tool used to interpret and make sense of data, helping to uncover patterns, trends, and insights that are not immediately apparent. By applying statistical methods, researchers and analysts can draw meaningful conclusions and inform decision-making across various fields, from business and healthcare to social sciences and beyond. In this blog, we will explore what is Statistical Analysis, fundamental concepts of statistical analysis and provide practical examples to illustrate its application.
Understanding Statistical Analysis
At its core, statistical analysis involves collecting, reviewing, and interpreting data to make informed decisions. It combines mathematical theories and techniques to analyze numerical data and extract useful information. The process typically involves several key steps: data collection, data organization, data analysis, and interpretation.
Key Concepts in Statistical Analysis
Descriptive Statistics
Descriptive statistics summarize and describe the main features of a dataset. They provide a simple overview of the data, often through measures such as:
Mean: The average value of a dataset. For example, if the test scores of five students are 80, 85, 90, 95, and 100, the mean score is (80+85+90+95+100)/5 = 89.
Median: The middle value when the data is sorted in ascending or descending order. For the same test scores, the median is 90.
Mode: The most frequently occurring value in a dataset. If the scores were 80, 85, 90, 90, and 100, the mode would be 90.
Standard Deviation: A measure of the amount of variation or dispersion in a dataset. It indicates how much individual data points deviate from the mean.
Inferential Statistics
Inferential statistics allow us to make predictions or inferences about a population based on a sample of data. Common techniques include:
Hypothesis Testing: This involves making an assumption (the hypothesis) about a population parameter and then using statistical tests to determine if the sample data supports or rejects this assumption. For example, testing whether a new drug is more effective than an existing one involves setting up null and alternative hypotheses and analyzing clinical trial data.
Confidence Intervals: These provide a range of values within which we can be reasonably certain the true population parameter lies. For example, a confidence interval for the average height of a population might be 65-67 inches with 95% confidence.
Regression Analysis: This technique assesses the relationship between dependent and independent variables. For example, regression analysis can determine how factors like age, income, and education level affect an individual's spending behavior.
Probability
Probability is a fundamental concept in statistics that measures the likelihood of an event occurring. It is used to make predictions and assess risk. For instance:
Basic Probability: If a die is rolled, the probability of getting a six is 1/6, as there is one favorable outcome out of six possible outcomes.
Conditional Probability: This measures the probability of an event occurring given that another event has already occurred. For example, if a card is drawn from a deck and it is known to be a spade, the probability of it being a queen is 1/13.
Correlation and Causation
Correlation: This measures the strength and direction of the relationship between two variables. A positive correlation means that as one variable increases, the other does too, while a negative correlation indicates that as one variable increases, the other decreases. For example, there might be a positive correlation between hours studied and exam scores.
Causation: Unlike correlation, causation implies that one variable directly affects another. Establishing causation typically requires experimental or longitudinal studies. For instance, a well-designed experiment might show that increasing exercise leads to improved cardiovascular health.
Examples of Statistical Analysis in Action
Business: A company might use statistical analysis to evaluate customer satisfaction surveys. By analyzing the responses, the company can identify key areas for improvement, measure the effectiveness of changes made, and predict customer retention rates.
Healthcare: Researchers can apply statistical analysis to clinical trials to assess the effectiveness of new treatments. By comparing the health outcomes of patients receiving the treatment versus a control group, they can determine whether the new treatment is beneficial.
Social Sciences: Statisticians in social sciences might analyze survey data to understand public opinion on various issues. For example, they might use regression analysis to explore how demographic factors influence voting behavior.
Conclusion
Statistical analysis is an essential tool for understanding and interpreting data across various domains. By mastering key concepts such as descriptive and inferential statistics, probability, and the distinction between correlation and causation, individuals can make more informed decisions and derive actionable insights from data. Whether in business, healthcare, or social research, statistical analysis provides a framework for making sense of complex data and addressing real-world questions with precision and confidence.
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BACKGROUND 
[STUDENT] A young boy or girl with aspirations of greatness, currently living your average middle- school life. You’re looking to take the entrance exam for a hero academy for high school. Whether that’s U.A. High or a rival school in the form of Ketsubutsu Academy or Shiketsu High, your family gives you their complete, unwavering support. Of course, if you decide to live a normal life or choose a different path in life, they’ll still stick with you 100% and might even be relieved about the relative safety.
PERKS
[SUPERFICIAL MUTANT] With the advent of Quirks, many humans also took on incredibly mutated appearances which was part of the reason for social norms to break down. You may customize your own appearance, basically deciding to look like almost anything you want with a few minor limitations. First, humans are still universally bipeds no matter how strange. Second, they’re still solid unless a Quirk specifically renders them otherwise. Third, they’re still generally around the same size as old humans, with a few exceptions being radically shorter. Forth, these incredibly varied bodies generally lack notable mechanical advantages besides maybe some extra natural weapons like horns, fangs or claws. Other than that feel free to go nuts. Make yourself look like living rock or plastic. Throw in some antennae and a tail. Hair, eyes and skin of any color in the rainbow. Alternatively, you could look extremely close to the “traditional” image of a human with few if any deviations, like slightly bigger canines or off colored hair.
[IT MIGHT BE DESTINY] You don’t have to be an adult or someone big and important to leave a lasting impression on someone, and you don’t need to be a hero to help people when they need it. You have a way of landing chance meeting with or running into people during formative or troubled moments in their lives. They might be complete strangers having a bad day, or an old acquaintance looking for a fresh start and no plans. Whatever the case may be, it’s in your hands what you do with these chances. Befriending someone when they’re looking for a friend, hurting them when they’re vulnerable or simply giving them a bit of direction. These meetings happen often and you’ll always know when it’s happening. 
[PUSH THROUGH] Many Quirks lack common precautions you would think would be built in. Training and even active use of powers can sometimes hurt, a lot, and you don’t have time for that. You can push through the pain of any self-inflicted injuries and push the stimuli to the back of your mind as you focus on the situation at hand, whether that’s combat, training or something else. Break your arms in a dozen places each? Fracture your legs? If it’s an emergency you’ll still be able to keep running and fighting and moving. Just be careful you don’t cripple yourself in the process.
[OLD FASHIONED] You don’t have to have an incredible Quirk to help people. You don’t even need an incredible Quirk to beat someone down. Your body is in peak physical condition by the standards of humans in this world, which would seem mildly superhuman to people not from this world. From agility to strength to stamina, you’re stacked, and damn do you know how to throw a mean punch on top of it all. Even your mind is sharp and ready for the spontaneous appearance of villains.
[WHAT? WHO?] Sometimes it’s good to be noticed, trusted, recognized for your actions or image. But as someone who skirts the law, that isn’t always true, now is it? You’re way better at organizing quick disguises to cover up or distract from your more eye-catching physical features, and coming up with excuses to wave people off and come off as NOT suspicious. It’s of serious aid when you’re trying to make sure people don’t recognize you for your alias out of costume or vice versa. Also useful for just getting ignored
EQUIPMENT
[IN WITH INDUSTRY] You have an incredibly influential family with decades in the hero business. The older generations are all very experienced in this line of work and have amassed a great deal of wealth and resources, willing to share it all with you. They'll gladly supply the best and brightest trainers, tutors, equipment and connections within the industry. They might even know some people with Quirks similar to yours that can help you with the fine details of exploring and training it. Whether it's mentoring, supporting or just loving you like a good family, they'll be there for you. In future Jumps, this family will often be part of the relevant big business, defaulting to some kind of law enforcement with nothing else to fill that role. (Note: If your origin here or in the future is "Drop In", you'll be adopted or welcomed into the family soon after the Jump begins, welcomed as one of their own.)
[UNIFORM OF JUSTICE] The hero’s costume is their uniform, the symbol the public can recognize and know someone is on their side. To be without one is ridiculous, so here’s yours. This costume is made using a few of your own suggestions before being thrown together by professionals to make it stylish, iconic and most importantly, functional While it may provide variable levels of actual protection, the costume itself is extremely resilient to damage
[ICONIC EQUIPMENT!] Not all heroes need it, but many use the equipment granted to them by the support industry to complement their skills and Quirks and make them a better hero. Precision made custom firearms, specialized braces that reduce the stress of physical Quirks and close combat, sturdy synthetic ribbons to bind enemies even during combat, specialized armor pieces and more. You have up to three individual pieces of equipment that serves the purpose of emphasizing your strengths or downplaying your weaknesses. Keep in mind that it won’t really be stuff that stands up on its own merits, but elevates what you can currently do.
QUIRKS
[QUIRK 8 (MYTH - WYVERN)] The Quirk user has the ability to transform into a larger and more powerful form. This form emulates the appearance of a mythological creature of choice, selected at the time of purchase, and bestows a number of physiological changes and abilities based upon that choice. The choice of a dragon could give protective scales, wings, fangs, claws, and a tail, as one example. The choice of a kraken could enable the ability to breath underwater and bestow a number of powerful and dexterous tentacles, as another. Otherwise magical abilities based upon those creatures like immortality or passing through walls are not included with the transformation. Physical abilities within this form, no matter the choice, are far greater however. This form is often between the size of a bus and a two-story house. This transformation is more stamina consuming than the Quirk user’s base human form. Specific weaknesses such as gaps in natural armor or inability to handle certain temperatures vary depending on choice of creature made.
SCENARIOS
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COMPLICATIONS
[VIGILANTES!] You seem to have arrived earlier on in this world, with more casual undertones. Basically speaking, you begin a year or two earlier at the start of the spinoff series ‘Vigilante: Boku no Hero Academia Illegals.’ It’s hard to place an exact time, all you need to know is that things seem to take a more comedic, yet somehow darker tone at the same time. Stain has yet to become the hero killer and works as a murderous vigilante. An old Quirkless guy named Knuckleduster works together with a college aged teen who goes by The Crawler to fight villains in back alleys. Characters you might be familiar with seem more like caricatures, at least somewhat. It might just be because everyone is younger and less mature though. Have fun!
[BITTER RIVALRY] You now have a rival that's impossible to get rid of. You two will naturally grate on each other's personalities no matter what either of you may be like. When I say impossible to get rid of, I do mean impossible. Your careers always seem to draw you two together, attempts at killing them always end up failing and even fate would see that the two of you end up on the same missions. Luckily things should never become outright deadly between you two, unless you make it that way that is.
[TRAGIC BACKSTORY] Some messed up shit happened in your past, real messed up shit, dead parents in front of your eyes level messed up Mental scarring is guaranteed and physical scarring is a possibility on top of it, both potentially hindering normal life, much less the studies of a student or the dangerous work of a hero or villain. In addition, pick any form of common trauma such as experiencing a house fire or parental abuse. Topics and situations that remind you of your trauma will lock you up physical and mentally or put you into a state of distress.
FUTURE
[PLUS ULTRA!] This world has reinvigorated your adventurer’s spirit with its overflowing energy and enthusiasm (or maybe you just see it as a foot note)! You can’t afford to let yourself sit around and stagnate, you need to push ever onward, continuing your chain and journeying somewhere new!
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The requirements of customers or other interested individuals for consideration of processes not specific to the particular case but necessary for them to have confidence that their necessities will be met
The degree to which a documented quality management system supports the quality plan
The person responsible for the Quality Plan should be appointed once the scope has been determined. Individuals associated with the specific case, including those within the company and, where necessary, external parties, should be involved in the preparation of the quality plan. Their help can be essential in creating a quality plan that meets the company’s needs.
Since the type of Quality Plan is not prescribed by the standard, it may be made and utilized in any way that the association finds suitable. This implies that it can have different input elements, such as the necessities of the specific case, risk evaluations on the specific case, assets required, information on the needs of other interested parties who will utilize the quality plan, and more.
6 Steps to ISO 9001 Certification in Oman.
1. Submit application/contract
The annex should contain the rights and obligations of both parties and include questions about obligations, confidentiality, and access rights.
2. Checking the Document Quality
This is where the ISO registrar sees all your quality guides and reports that have been identified using the various approaches and strategies followed in the association.
3. Make a Deal
After the ISO auditors have submitted the current gaps in your association, you will need to prepare activities to correct these gaps. Here, you briefly describe the tasks that must be completed to achieve optimal change in your association. Ask each representative to consider ISO performance and quality standards.
4. Certification Audit
ISO certification audits are divided into two classifications: level 1 and level 2.
A. On-site audit:
ISO auditors review all your progress in the organization/company. At this stage, approach to identify possible inconsistencies in your framework and methods with the ideal framework for quality management.
B. Final Examination:
ISO auditors take the final exam after all the necessary changes have been made in the association. The auditor will check whether or not all non-conformities have been eliminated following ISO quality standards. After completing the final audit, the ISO auditor creates and forwards an ISO audit report to the ISO registrar.
5. Completion of ISO certification
After deviations are checked, and each result is presented in the final ISO audit report, the ISO registrar will issue an ISO certificate to you.
6. Supervision Audit
Surveillance audits are occasionally carried out to ensure the organization meets the ISO quality standards.
Benefits of ISO 9001 Certification in Oman.
By acquiring an ISO 9001 certificate, organizations can:
• Improved customer satisfaction
• Improve consistency in product and service quality
• To comply with applicable legal requirements
• Increasing competitiveness
• Get more offer contracts
• This ISO QMS certificate also strengthens trust
• Improve reputation
• Bringing world recognition
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Hypothesis testing is a method used in Inferential Statistics to observe a small section of the population called a sample, in order to draw insights that can tell us about the population at large. Hypothesis testing forms the very foundation of statistical analysis, to the point where the main purpose of learning statistics is so that we can perform hypothesis testing. Take for example, your friend suggests a great place to order. Now if there is some basis to why he or she said that, which can be used to identify other great restaurants, then and only then would it be useful. If not, we would probably just be “tasting” by fluke.
So, what is a hypothesis? Put simply, it is a calculated guess about something in the world around us based on an inference or insight drawn from an observation. Ofcourse, this should be proven and thus, we perform hypothesis testing which we’ll soon learn more about. For now, let’s take a look at what hypothesis looks like:
Whether a drug would qualify as a corona virus vaccine. Likelihood of discovering gold or lithium in a certain location. Recovering with quality drugs can prevent fatigue in football players before the next match. Increasing the level of hatha yoga practice leads to higher levels of psychological well being. Two types of hypothesis tests: z-test and t-test In order to prove a statement or test out hypothesis broadly, let’s now see the two main types of tests. These are called the z-tests and t-tests. More often than not, practical purposes use t-tests because they use a sample’s standard deviation instead of z-tests which use a population’s sample deviation. While it is ironic for us to perform tests if we already know about the population at large, z-tests are easier to understand before moving on to t-tests since they can help relate to concepts such as normal distribution as well. This is because z-tests work best when the sample size is generally more than 30, unlike t-tests which give the same result more or less as the sample size goes on increasing.
Now before we get into the depths of performing statistics, we have to choose the test required for our hypothesis. In order to do so, we collect data and look at the samples. For z-test, we can further choose to perform between one sample z-test or two sample z-test. A one sample z-test is performed when we have to analyse one group with a given population mean whereas a two sample z-test is performed when we are comparing the means of two different sample groups. Both these types of tests fall under the t-tests as well, however, we can also conduct a paired two sample t-test where both groups can be analysed basis of different time of occurrence.
Examples: We perform one sample z-test to find out whether the students of a certain school are performing better than the entire population of students of other schools. However, we perform a two sample z-test to find out whether the students of a certain school are performing better than the students of other schools.
Now for a paired t-test, we can find out whether the students of a certain school are performing better than the students who graduated 5 years ago. Null hypothesis and alternate hypothesis Now before we start performing analysis, it is important to state the null and alternate hypotheses so that we can round off our findings with a conclusion. A null hypothesis is generally accepted for its factual consistency, something we can validate or reject based on our findings. Let’s say - the average score of students appearing for the whole exam is x. A null hypothesis, denoted by H0, can be set as this average score for comparison with the sample of students appearing in the exams now. For this, our hypothesis that this batch of students is better than ever before stands true if an alternate hypothesis is better than the null hypothesis. An alternate hypothesis, denoted by H1, can now be more or less than the mean values set in the null hypothesis. If the result is true, null hypothesis is rejected and our findings can be corroborated with evidence. Now, let’s sum up the hypothesis testing with 5 simple steps that we use to perform experiments using observations. 5 steps of performing hypothesis testing State the null and alternate hypothesis Collect data samples Choose which test to perform Decide whether to reject or accept your null hypothesis Present your findings Conclusion: With hypothesis testing, you can now increase the likelihood that the restaurant you choose over your next date or family dinner is going to be worth it! You can confidently set up a good time and space.. Because of hypothesis testing! How? Simple. Collect data samples about restaurants and cross check with general user reviews, or compare maybe a chinese restaurant with other restaurants offering a similar menu to your liking. This is how apps use data to provide suggestions, however, hypothesis testing can be used across a diverse range of industries.
If you’re interested in learning more about hypothesis testing, statistics or everything under the sun called Data Science, we highly recommend that you speak to one of our counselors. Why we make a strong recommendation is because after enrolling for a course at Skillslash, you also get certified real work experience at top MNCs upon completion. This makes it easy to get a high salary job, so contact us at www.skillslash.com and secure your future today!
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