Definitions
History
Probability
Statistics
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According to the Merriam-Webster's Dictionary, how many definitions does statistics have? 

Two

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Dinosaurs used statistics and probability to find out the odds of them eating a cheese burger. True or false?

False, obviously. 

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Blaise Pascal is typically credited for being the main developer of the theory of probability. True or false? 

True.

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What is statistics simplified?

Statistics is a collection of data.

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According to the Merriam Webster's Dictionary, how many definitions does probability have?

Six

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What got Blaise Pascal interested in probability?

Working with Antoine's gambling system, and figuring out how to find a way to improve it.

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Do different coins have different odds of landing on either face?

Yes, because pennies have a lower center of mass compared to other coins.

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What is most important to know about statistics?

Statistics is numerical data charted, graphed, interpreted, analysed, presented, and collected.

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What is the definition of risk?

Risk is a possibility of danger or peril in some way shape or form.

300

What did India have early concepts for, relating to statistics?

Early concepts of state crafts, systems, processes, data collection and efficient governance.

300

Can the probability of something happening be beyond one and below zero?

Absolutely not. 

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Why is statistics different from probability?

Statistics are more about math and logic, while probability is more about ratios and odds.

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What is the definition of chance? 

Chance is a possibility of something happening.

400

Tax obligations and what else were reasons why the Babylonians and Egyptians used early statistics. 

Records of agricultural output, and census data for control over the amount of citizens. 

400

What is the difference between possibilities and probabilities?

Probabilities are the likelihood of something happening, while possibilities are the chance something can happen.

400

What's your favorite part about statistics?

Anything! Just answer.

500

What is the definition of number theory?

Number theory is a branch of mathematics that focuses on the study of integers and what integers teach us about parts of math.

500

Why did Antoine Gombaud go to his friend Blaise Pascal for help?

Antoine went to Blaise Pascal for help, because he didn't know why his gambling system wasn't making money.

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If I have two dice, with six faces each, what are the odds I will roll a two.

One in eleven. 

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Why are statistics helpful?

For many reasons, like for land statistics, censuses, math, and more.

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