BECS-184 · December 2023 · English
IGNOU BECS-184 December 2023 Previous Year Question Paper
DATA ANALYSIS
Structured previous year question paper for BECS-184, December 2023 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 10 · Sections: 2
Verified: 5 Aug 2026
B. A. G./B. Com./ B. Sc./BAECH
Term-End Examination
December, 2023
BECS-184 : DATA ANALYSIS
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note : Attempt questions from each Section as
directed.
Section—A
Note : Answer any two questions from this
Section.
Q1.(a) What is meant by the term ‘mathematical modelling’ ? Explain with example the various steps involved in mathematic al modelling. 10
(b) What is logic ? Why is it necessary to know the basics of logic in data analysis ? 10 [ 2 ]
Q2.(a) Explain the various measures of variability. Which of these measures ensure the highest degree of reliability ? Give reasons in support of your answer. 10
(b) A consumer purchases two goods X and Y , where prices are ` 10/kg and ` 5/kg respectively. If he spends ` 20 for purchasing both the goods, find the average price per kilogram.
Q3.What do you mean by the term ‘Composite Index’ ? State with illustration the procedure to work out composite index by way of simple Ranking method.
Q4.Distinguish between univariate data analysis and multivariate data analysis. Give a brief account of various techniques of multivariate data analysis.
Section—B
Note : Answer any five questions from this Section.
Q5.What is a sampling frame ? State the various stages involved in planning and organizing a survey. 12 [ 3 ]
Q6.Distinguish between data collection and data analysis. Discuss the various tools that are used in generating qualitative data.
Q7.What are the characteristics of normal distribution ? Explain the usage of normal distribution in solving statistical problems.
Q8.A study involves finding the proportion of females opting to participate in home -based work. What type of data in terms of measurement scale will need to be captured for conducting such a study ? Which method of central tendency will be suitable for this study ?
Q9.State the features of case study as a tool for data generation.
Q11.Write short notes on any three of the following : 3×4=12
(a) Coefficient of determination
(b) Estimator
(c) Focus group discussion
(d) Primary data
(e) Data mining
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