S1 Understand and use the statistical problem solving process which involves
• specifying the problem and planning
• collecting data
• processing and presenting the data
• interpreting and discussing the results.
Candidates should be able to:
answer questions related to any of the bullet points above
know the meaning of the term ‘hypothesis’
write a hypothesis to investigate a given situation
discuss all aspects of the data handling cycle within one situation
Notes
Questions may be set that require candidates to go through the stages of the Data Handling cycle without individual prompts.
Examples
Sally wants to investigate whether food is cheaper at the supermarket at the weekend compared with during the week. How could she address this problem? In your answer refer to the stages of the Data Handling Cycle.