Random Error
Definition
Random error refers to unpredictable fluctuations in measurements due to various factors such as human error, equipment limitations, or natural variability. It affects precision but not accuracy.
Related terms
Systematic Error: Systematic error is a consistent deviation from the true value in measurements, often caused by faulty equipment or biased procedures.
Standard Deviation: The standard deviation measures the average amount of variability or dispersion in a dataset.
Sampling Error: Sampling error occurs when the characteristics of a sample differ from those of the population it represents, leading to potential inaccuracies in statistical analysis.
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Study guides (1)
AP Statistics - 4.1 Introducing Statistics: Random and Non-Random Patterns?
Practice Questions (1)
Which of the following is an example of random error?
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