Statistical methods that organize data into meaningful patterns and summaries,such as finding the average value,are called ____.
A)inferential statistics
B)measures
C)descriptive statistics
D)modes

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Descriptive statistics are used to organize data into meaningful patterns and summaries, such as finding the average value. Choice A (inferential statistics) involves making inferences or predictions about a larger population based on a sample of data. Choice B (measures) is a broad term and could refer to various statistical calculations. Choice D (modes) refers only to a specific type of summary statistic (the most frequently occurring value).

Statistical Methods That Organize Data into Meaningful Patterns and Summaries,such