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Confidence Intervals for Proportions Day 1
Identify an appropriate point estimator and calculate the value of a point estimate.
Determine the point estimate and margin of error from a confidence interval.
Use a confidence interval to make a decision about the value of a parameter.
Interpret a confidence level in context.
Describe how the sample size and confidence level affect the margin of error.
Explain how practical issues like nonresponse, undercoverage, and response bias can affect the interpretation of a confidence interval.
Parameter being estimated is identified
Specific confidence level stated
Correctly identify the type of confidence interval
Correctly check the three conditions with the “so what?”
Correct general formula for a confidence interval
Correct specific formula with variables
Correct numbers substituted into the formula
Correct answer
The confidence interval is correctly interpreted in the context of the problem with appropriate units.