Descriptive and inferential

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1. The subject of statistics is often divided into two parts: descriptive and inferential. Briefly describe each.

2. For the following examples, is the individual primarily using descriptive statistics or inferential statistics?

(a) A pollster asks a group of voters how they intend to vote in the upcoming election for governor.

(b) A researcher tests a new diet drug on a group of overweight individuals.

(d) A sports fan ranks a team's players according to their batting averages.

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