Sampling Interval for Data: Calculating Omega and Number of Samples Per Period

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The discussion centers on calculating the sampling interval for data collected monthly over an 11-year period. The formula used is 2π/omega = number of samples per period, with omega calculated as π/66. The user initially expressed confusion about the question but later clarified their understanding of the sampling interval calculation.

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I have been given a data and asked to state the sampling interval



Heres what I know

The data has a value generated for each month of the year, I have calculated a period of 11 years. Now I know the formula:

2PI/omega = number of samples per period

So will Omega = PI/66
 
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not too sure what you're actually asking here? maybe need to be a little clearer with the question
 
Sorry I think I may have solved what I was asking, after reading it was very unclear:)
 

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