Which of the Following Is the Best Description of Data

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best description of data analysis?

A) the process of describing data in statistical terms, such as p values and degrees of freedom
B) the process of describing data by computing a small number of measures that characterize the data set in ways that are meaningful to the client
C) the process of describing data so that they communicate the answer to the client and also allow the client to exercise his or her statistical skills
D) orthogonal manipulation of data
E) honorthological manipulation of data