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How does working with data in statistics differ from working with numbers in mathematics? What is variability, and how can we describe and measure it? How can we display distributions of quantitative or categorical data? What is a sample, and how can we choose one that will allow us to draw valid conclusions from data? Developing Essential Understanding of Statistics for Teaching Mathematics in Grades 6-8 focuses on essential knowledge for mathematics teachers about statistics.
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