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being stuck by standard deviation, I just can't understand the difference between n and n-1.
who can give me some concrete examples?
thank you!
who can give me some concrete examples?
thank you!
The Bug said:being stuck by standard deviation, I just can't understand the difference between n and n-1.
who can give me some concrete examples?
thank you!
The degree of freedom in statistics refers to the number of independent pieces of information that are available to estimate a statistical parameter. It is often denoted by the symbol "df" and is an important concept in statistical analysis.
The degree of freedom is typically calculated as the difference between the sample size and the number of parameters being estimated in a statistical model. For example, in a simple linear regression with one independent variable, the degree of freedom would be n-2, where n is the sample size.
The degree of freedom plays a crucial role in determining the accuracy and reliability of statistical tests and confidence intervals. It helps to determine the appropriate critical values and degrees of significance for a given sample size and statistical model.
No, the degree of freedom cannot be negative. It is always a non-negative integer, as it represents the number of independent pieces of information available for estimation. If the calculated degree of freedom is negative, it is typically a sign of an error in the statistical analysis.
The degree of freedom increases as the sample size increases. This is because with a larger sample size, there are more independent pieces of information available for estimation, leading to a higher degree of freedom. However, the exact relationship between sample size and degree of freedom may vary depending on the specific statistical model being used.