Which of the following is NOT an example of the use of graphical statistics?
A) breaking down a set of math test scores into classes of equal size
B) drawing a histogram based on a set of scores from a personality questionnaire
C) graphing a set of IQ scores using a frequency polygon
D) generalizing from small samples to a larger population

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Generalizing from small samples to a larger population is not an example of graphical statistics. It is a form of inferential statistics that uses mathematical models and probability theory to make predictions about a population based on a sample. Graphical statistics, on the other hand, involve using graphs and charts to visually represent data and patterns in the data. Choices A, B, and C are all examples of graphical statistics.

Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of the Use