Is hand size a good prediction of height?
Required Equipment Computers for each student to conduct the online data collection A pass code for this activity (If you do not have this, please register for a pass code.) Rulers to measure palm size Yard stick or tape measurer for measuring height Activity This activity is designed to help students learn the relationship of two or more variables, the graphical and numerical techniques for describing and interpreting the relationship and to help students learn the basic concepts of statistical modeling. Some of these basic concepts include learning the least square method, distinguishing causality vs. non-causality relationships and identifying outlying cases and determining whether these outlying cases are influential. Suggested Approach and Some Tips for Facilitating This Activity 1. Describe this activity as a scenario. • Human height is determined partly by genetics and nutrition. How is hand size determined? Does a taller individual also have a larger hand size? Is hand size a g
