Introduction
Inferential statistics helps researchers make conclusions about a large population by studying a small sample. It uses probability to make predictions or test hypotheses.
Features
- Based on sample data.
- Helps in testing theories and assumptions.
- Common methods: t-test, chi-square test, ANOVA.
- Used to make generalizations beyond the data collected.
Conclusion
Inferential statistics is important in social research as it helps understand larger trends and make data-based decisions.