Degrees of Freedom
Definition
Degrees of freedom refers to the number of independent variables that can vary in a statistical calculation or analysis. It represents the number of values in a calculation that are free to vary.
Analogy
Imagine you and your friends want to plan a trip, but you all have different preferences for the destination, mode of transportation, and activities. The degrees of freedom represent the number of choices each person has when making decisions for the trip.
Related terms
Independent Variable: An independent variable is a variable that is manipulated or changed by the experimenter in an experiment.
Dependent Variable: A dependent variable is a variable that is measured or observed and depends on the changes made to the independent variable.
Statistical Analysis: Statistical analysis involves collecting, organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data using various statistical methods and techniques.
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