The branch of statistics in which data is collected, analyzed and presented in a concise format is called _____________ statistics.
A) discrete
B) sample
C) descriptive
D) inferential

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Descriptive statistics is the branch of statistics that deals with summarizing and presenting data in a meaningful way. It includes measures of central tendency, variability, and distribution of the data. It is not concerned with making inferences or generalizations about populations based on samples, which is the focus of inferential statistics. Discrete statistics deals with discrete data sets and sample statistics are derived from the sample data.

The Branch of Statistics in Which Data Is Collected, Analyzed