Gaps
Definition
Gaps refer to the spaces or intervals between data points in a dataset. They represent missing values or areas where no data is present.
Analogy
Imagine you are walking along a path and there are occasional gaps between the stepping stones. These gaps represent missing pieces of information that you don't have.
Related terms
Outliers: Outliers are extreme values that fall far away from the other data points, creating larger gaps in the dataset.
Interquartile Range (IQR): The IQR measures the spread of the middle 50% of data and can help identify significant gaps between quartiles.
Histograms: Histograms display data using bars, with each bar representing a range of values. The height of each bar indicates how many data points fall within that range, making it easy to spot any noticeable gaps.
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