Question 1

Who is known as the father of statistics?

Accepted Answer

Godfrey Achenwall is known as the father of statistics. He was a German philosopher and statistician who first coined the German term 'Statistik' in 1749 to describe the data related to the state.

Question 2

In which sense is the word 'statistics' used in plural form?

Accepted Answer

In the plural sense, statistics refers to numerical facts or data systematically collected for a particular purpose.

Question 3

Which of the following is a characteristic of statistics in the plural sense?

Accepted Answer

Statistics are aggregates of facts. A single, isolated figure cannot be called statistics because it cannot be compared.

Question 4

What does statistics mean in the singular sense?

Accepted Answer

In the singular sense, statistics refers to statistical methods or science, which includes collection, organization, presentation, analysis, and interpretation of data.

Question 5

Which of the following is not a stage of statistical methods?

Accepted Answer

Production of goods is not a stage of statistical methods. The five stages are collection, organization, presentation, analysis, and interpretation of data.

Introduction to Statistics