Using a data set to answer a question
I can explain that data gathered over time can be used to answer questions.
Using a data set to answer a question
I can explain that data gathered over time can be used to answer questions.
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Key learning points
- Data collected over time can reveal trends, patterns and changes.
- Selecting a suitable data set is essential for accurately answering a specific question.
- Effective questions are those that can be clearly answered using the available data.
Keywords
Data - a letter, word, number etc. that has been collected for a purpose, but are stored without context
Table - a structure consisting of rows and columns used for storing data
Layout - the way something is arranged
Common misconception
You can use a data set to answer any question.
You can use a data set to answer a question, but it needs to be appropriate to the data set being used.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
information collected for a purpose
a structure with rows and columns to store data
the way something is arranged
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
a pattern that appears over time
a group of related information
something you want to find out