Question 1

What could be the primary challenges in making sense of numbers?

Accepted Answer

A)  interpreting outlier values and ranges 
B)  converting one unit to another 
C)  not knowing the topic, context, or unit 
D)  comparing topics and their units 
A)  interpreting outlier values and ranges 
B)  converting one unit to another 
C)  not knowing the topic, context, or unit 
D)  comparing topics and their units

Question 2

Define plausibility of a numeric value in your own words.

Accepted Answer

The plausibility of a numeric value refe

Question 3

We learn how to make sense of numbers through formal instruction, on-the-job training, and experiential learning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The normal body temperature of humans has been found to fall from 98.6°F to 97.5°F over the last several decades. What type of factor is this for interpreting human body temperature?

Accepted Answer

A)  threshold 
B)  unit measure 
C)  topic 
D)  context 
A)  threshold 
B)  unit measure 
C)  topic 
D)  context

Question 5

Knowing the FICO credit score range of 300-850 provides plausibility to a reported credit score.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

How would you describe a "naked number?" Provide an example.

Accepted Answer

A "naked number" is a term that isn't co

Question 7

Understanding numbers is primarily needed in scientific topics.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Your economics professor has given you an assignment to comment on the economic growth rate of Croatia during the last decade. Which type of task is this as regard to numbers?

Accepted Answer

A)  analyze data 
B)  a simple comparison 
C)  make a decision 
D)  collect data 
A)  analyze data 
B)  a simple comparison 
C)  make a decision 
D)  collect data

Question 9

In order to correctly interpret numbers, one must be aware of the topic, context, and units of measurement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Explain in your own words why it is important to master the research methodology for interpreting numbers. Provide an example to illustrate your reasoning.

Accepted Answer

It is important to master research metho

Question 11

You have been assigned the task of explaining the results of a statistical model developed by the data science team in your company to a larger audience within the company. Which type of task is this as regard to numbers?

Accepted Answer

A)  analyze data 
B)  collect data 
C)  communicate results 
D)  make a decision 
A)  analyze data 
B)  collect data 
C)  communicate results 
D)  make a decision

Question 12

You are reading a report of rental values of homes in Tel Aviv, Israel in order to plan a trip to the city. Which type of challenge may make making sense of the numbers in the report difficult?

Accepted Answer

A)  different time 
B)  unknown place 
C)  lack of unit 
D)  unfamiliar topic 
A)  different time 
B)  unknown place 
C)  lack of unit 
D)  unfamiliar topic

Question 13

A new employee at FICO learns about the FICO score and interpretation of its ranges at a training session. What type of learning did this entail?

Accepted Answer

A)  experiential learning 
B)  on the job training 
C)  formal instruction 
D)  self-study 
A)  experiential learning 
B)  on the job training 
C)  formal instruction 
D)  self-study

Question 14

Provide cases where a number may represent a value other than a single data point.

Accepted Answer

A number can represent a variety of valu

Question 15

Numbers may be used to compare two or more objects or places or events.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

As a chemistry major in college, you learned how to use the periodic table of elements. Which type of learning does this fall under?

Accepted Answer

A)  on the job training 
B)  experiential learning 
C)  formal instruction 
D)  intuitive learning 
A)  on the job training 
B)  experiential learning 
C)  formal instruction 
D)  intuitive learning

Question 17

Collection of data does not necessarily fall under quantitative research.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Michael works in a market research firm and he has been included in a team to conduct a survey of consumer preferences for four brands of toothpaste. Which type of task is this as regard to numbers?

Accepted Answer

A)  communicate results 
B)  make a decision 
C)  collect data 
D)  analyze data 
A)  communicate results 
B)  make a decision 
C)  collect data 
D)  analyze data

Question 19

The average height of locals was collected in a small town from a sample group from the town. What type of challenge could be encountered in making sense of this number if the composition of the sample is not known?

Accepted Answer

A)  different time 
B)  unfamiliar context 
C)  unknown place 
D)  lack of unit 
A)  different time 
B)  unfamiliar context 
C)  unknown place 
D)  lack of unit

Question 20

Whether the difference between two values is "big" depends on the context.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What could be the primary challenges in making sense of numbers?

Define plausibility of a numeric value in your own words.

We learn how to make sense of numbers through formal instruction, on-the-job training, and experiential learning.

The normal body temperature of humans has been found to fall from 98.6°F to 97.5°F over the last several decades. What type of factor is this for interpreting human body temperature?

Knowing the FICO credit score range of 300-850 provides plausibility to a reported credit score.

How would you describe a "naked number?" Provide an example.

Understanding numbers is primarily needed in scientific topics.

Your economics professor has given you an assignment to comment on the economic growth rate of Croatia during the last decade. Which type of task is this as regard to numbers?

In order to correctly interpret numbers, one must be aware of the topic, context, and units of measurement.

Explain in your own words why it is important to master the research methodology for interpreting numbers. Provide an example to illustrate your reasoning.

You have been assigned the task of explaining the results of a statistical model developed by the data science team in your company to a larger audience within the company. Which type of task is this as regard to numbers?

You are reading a report of rental values of homes in Tel Aviv, Israel in order to plan a trip to the city. Which type of challenge may make making sense of the numbers in the report difficult?

A new employee at FICO learns about the FICO score and interpretation of its ranges at a training session. What type of learning did this entail?

Provide cases where a number may represent a value other than a single data point.

Numbers may be used to compare two or more objects or places or events.

As a chemistry major in college, you learned how to use the periodic table of elements. Which type of learning does this fall under?

Collection of data does not necessarily fall under quantitative research.

Michael works in a market research firm and he has been included in a team to conduct a survey of consumer preferences for four brands of toothpaste. Which type of task is this as regard to numbers?

The average height of locals was collected in a small town from a sample group from the town. What type of challenge could be encountered in making sense of this number if the composition of the sample is not known?

Whether the difference between two values is "big" depends on the context.

Foundational Concepts for Quantitative Research

Topic and Conceptualization

Measurement

Context

Working With Tables

Working With Charts and Visualizations

Comparison Values, Contrast Sizes, and Standards

Numbers, Comparisons, and Calculations

Distributions and Associations

Bias

Causality

Uncertainty of Numeric Estimates

Communicating Quantitative Research

The Role of Research Methods in Making Sense of Numbers

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Exam 1: Introduction to Making Sense of Numbers

What could be the primary challenges in making sense of numbers?

Define plausibility of a numeric value in your own words.

We learn how to make sense of numbers through formal instruction, on-the-job training, and experiential learning.

The normal body temperature of humans has been found to fall from 98.6°F to 97.5°F over the last several decades. What type of factor is this for interpreting human body temperature?

Knowing the FICO credit score range of 300-850 provides plausibility to a reported credit score.

How would you describe a "naked number?" Provide an example.

Understanding numbers is primarily needed in scientific topics.

Your economics professor has given you an assignment to comment on the economic growth rate of Croatia during the last decade. Which type of task is this as regard to numbers?

In order to correctly interpret numbers, one must be aware of the topic, context, and units of measurement.

Explain in your own words why it is important to master the research methodology for interpreting numbers. Provide an example to illustrate your reasoning.

You have been assigned the task of explaining the results of a statistical model developed by the data science team in your company to a larger audience within the company. Which type of task is this as regard to numbers?

You are reading a report of rental values of homes in Tel Aviv, Israel in order to plan a trip to the city. Which type of challenge may make making sense of the numbers in the report difficult?

A new employee at FICO learns about the FICO score and interpretation of its ranges at a training session. What type of learning did this entail?

Provide cases where a number may represent a value other than a single data point.

Numbers may be used to compare two or more objects or places or events.

As a chemistry major in college, you learned how to use the periodic table of elements. Which type of learning does this fall under?

Collection of data does not necessarily fall under quantitative research.

Michael works in a market research firm and he has been included in a team to conduct a survey of consumer preferences for four brands of toothpaste. Which type of task is this as regard to numbers?

The average height of locals was collected in a small town from a sample group from the town. What type of challenge could be encountered in making sense of this number if the composition of the sample is not known?

Whether the difference between two values is "big" depends on the context.

Foundational Concepts for Quantitative Research

Topic and Conceptualization

Measurement

Context

Working With Tables

Working With Charts and Visualizations

Comparison Values, Contrast Sizes, and Standards

Numbers, Comparisons, and Calculations

Distributions and Associations

Bias

Causality

Uncertainty of Numeric Estimates

Communicating Quantitative Research

The Role of Research Methods in Making Sense of Numbers

Filters