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ICSE · Class 11 · Economics

What An Introduction To Statistics covers in ICSE Class 11 Economics: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 11 Economics syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 11 Economics · 2026-27

Topics in An Introduction To Statistics

1

Origin and Growth of Statistics

  • The collection of numerical data is almost as old as civilisation.
  • Statistics was once mainly used by the state and kings for administration, taxes, land, population, income, and wealth.
  • In olden days, statistics was called a science of state or science of kings.
2

Meaning of Statistics in Plural Sense

  • In plural sense, statistics means data.
  • The word data is the plural form of datum, meaning the thing given.
  • Not every number is statistics; only numbers that are related to each other and have meaning in a group qualify.
3

Definitions of Statistics

  • Dr. A.L. Bowley defined statistics as numerical statements of facts in any department of enquiry placed in relation to each other.
  • Yule and Kendall defined statistics as quantitative data affected to a marked extent by multiplicity of causes.
  • Horace Secrist gave the most comprehensive definition of statistics.
4

Characteristics of Statistics

  • Statistics are aggregates of facts, not individual facts.
  • Statistics are numerically expressed.
  • Statistics are affected by multiplicity of causes.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Statistics as numerical data and statistical methods in economics

Origin and growth of statisticsDefinition of statisticsCharacteristics of statisticsStages in statistical investigationScope of statisticsImportance of statistics in economicsLimitations of statisticsDistrust of statistics

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Key topics in An Introduction To Statistics include Origin and Growth of Statistics, Meaning of Statistics in Plural Sense, Definitions of Statistics, Characteristics of Statistics. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
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Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 64 practice questions on An Introduction To Statistics. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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