Question

Define statistics what are its basic characteristics 1

Answer 1

Answer:

Statistics are aggregates of facts. Statistics are numerically expressed. Statistics are affected to a marked extent by multiplicity of causes. Statistics are enumerated or estimated according to a reasonable standard of accuracy. Statistics are collected for a predetermined purpose.

Answer 2

Answer:1. It consists of aggregates of facts: In the plural sense, statistics refers to data, but data to be called statistics must consist of aggregate of certain facts. A single and isolated fact or figure like, 60 Kgs. weight of a student or the death of a particular person on a day does not amount to statistics.

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