Mathematics A-Level
comparative analysis
What comparative analysis means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for WJEC.
Definition of comparative analysis
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When comparing two distributions, both an average and a spread measure are evaluated, interpreting differences in the practical context.
Topics that use comparative analysis
Related terms
- bivariate interpretation
- box plot conventions
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- data integrity
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