Introduction
Descriptive statistics are used to summarize and present data in a simple and understandable form. It gives a clear picture of what the data looks like.
Types of Descriptive Statistics
- Measures of Central Tendency: Mean, median, and mode.
- Measures of Dispersion: Range, variance, standard deviation.
- Frequency Distribution: Shows how often a value occurs.
Purpose
To organize data so it can be understood quickly through tables, graphs, or charts.
Conclusion
Descriptive statistics is useful in the early stages of research to understand patterns and trends in data.