NCERT Class 7 Mathematics Ganita Prakash-II: Chapter 5 — Connecting the Dots...
This chapter introduces students to the concepts of statistical questions and statements in Mathematics. It explains that a statistical statement is a claim or summary about a phenomenon expressed numerically, while a statistical question is one answerable by collecting and analyzing data. Examples like predicting gender based on height or estimating the cost of onions are discussed. The chapter emphasizes that statistics involves collecting, organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data. It also touches upon representative values by presenting cricket scores for two players, Shubman and Yashasvi, prompting a discussion on how to compare their performances. This foundational understanding helps students grasp how data analysis can answer real-world questions, crucial for CBSE learning.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 7 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Ganita Prakash-II |
| Chapter | Chapter 5 — Connecting the Dots... |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 399 |
Learning outcomes
- Differentiate between statistical and non-statistical questions.
- Understand the meaning of a statistical statement.
- Recognize the role of data in answering statistical questions.
- Begin to understand the concept of representative values for data comparison.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Statistical statement | A claim or summary about some phenomenon, expressed in terms of numerical values, proportions, probabilities, or predictions. |
| Statistical question | A question that can be answered by collecting and analyzing data. |
| Statistics | The study of collecting, organising, analysing, interpreting, and presenting data. |
| Representative Values | Values that represent a set of data, often used for comparison (introduced in the context of cricket scores). |
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Practice questions
- Is the question 'What is the capital of India?' a statistical question? Why or why not? Answer: No, it is not a statistical question because it has a single, fixed answer that can be found without collecting data.
- Give an example of a statistical statement. Answer: Example: The population of our village has reduced by about 100 in the last decade.
- Which of the following is a statistical question: (a) What is 2+2? (b) How many students in your class have birthdays in January? Answer: (b) How many students in your class have birthdays in January? is a statistical question because it requires data collection.
Frequently asked questions
What is a statistical statement?
A statistical statement is a claim or summary about a phenomenon, expressed using numbers, proportions, probabilities, or predictions.
What makes a question statistical?
A question is statistical if it can be answered by collecting and analyzing data, as there is variability in the possible answers.
What does the term 'statistics' refer to?
Statistics refers to the entire process of collecting, organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data.
Can you give an example of a statistical question?
Yes, 'How tall are Grade 7 students in our school?' is a statistical question because it requires collecting height data from multiple students.
What is the purpose of analyzing data in statistics?
Analyzing data helps to answer statistical questions, identify patterns, make predictions, and draw conclusions about a phenomenon.
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NCERT Class 7 Mathematics — Ganita Prakash-II — Chapter 5 — Connecting the Dots.... Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.