Explain Bayesian statistics and Frequentist statistics. Define
each statistical methodology, state the differences between the
two, state the similarities between the two, and then explain which
approach you would prefer when faced with a statistical problem and
why.
4) Explain the two main differences between the Classical and
Keynesian theories of the business cycle?
8) A) What is GNP?
B) What is the relationship between GNP and NNP?
Explain classical, operant and social learning theories. Provide
1 example for each. Explain the differences between classical,
operant and social learning theory.
Explain the differences between the evolutionary theories of
Charles Darwin's natural selection and Lynn Margulis Endosymbiosis.
Are the theories testable and expensive, according to Steven
Gould's standards? Does the apparent contradiction between the
theories weaken or strengthen the theory of evolution? Why or why
not? Feel free to address Michael Pollan's discussion about planets
and Lovelock's Gaia theory to round out your ideas.
Explain the differences and
similarities between parametric and non-parametric inferential
statistics. When (under what circumstances) would a parametric
statistic be your preferred statistic? When would a non-parametric
statistic be your preferred statistic?