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Statistics — Revision Notes

ICSE · Class 9 · Mathematics

Statistics revision notes for ICSE Class 9 Mathematics: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the ICSE Class 9 Mathematics syllabus.

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Key Topics to Revise

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1. Data, Statistics, and Variable

  • A set of collected numerical facts is called a set of data.
  • Statistics is used in two different senses: singular and plural.
  • As a singular term, Statistics means the whole subject dealing with collecting, analysing, and interpreting data.
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2. Tabulation, Frequency, and Frequency Distribution

  • Tabulation means arranging data in a table.
  • A frequency tells how many times a particular data value appears in a set of data.
  • Frequency distribution is a tabular arrangement of data showing corresponding frequencies.
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3. Grouped Frequency Distribution and Class Intervals

  • Grouped frequency distribution uses class intervals instead of single values.
  • There are two types of frequency distributions in general: inclusive and exclusive.
  • In an inclusive distribution, the upper limit of one class does not coincide with the lower limit of the next class.
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4. Class-Size and Class-Mark

  • Class-size is the difference between the actual lower limit and actual upper limit of a class interval.
  • Class-mark is the value midway between the actual lower limit and actual upper limit.
  • Class-mark is also called mid-value.

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Key Concepts

Statistics has two meaningsA set of collected numerical factsA quantity which can vary fromA variable which can take anyA variable which is incapable

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Statistics for ICSE Class 9 Mathematics?
Key topics in Statistics include Data, Statistics, and Variable, Tabulation, Frequency, and Frequency Distribution, Grouped Frequency Distribution and Class Intervals, Class-Size and Class-Mark. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
How should I revise Statistics for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 41 practice questions on Statistics. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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