Choose the correct answer below. a. the first step in the process of statistics is to collect the data. b. data are typically collected from a sample because it is too difficult and expensive to collect data from an entire population. c. when the results from a sample are extended to the population, it is called inference. d. if data are not collected properly, the conclusions that are drawn will be meaningless.

The following statements are correct :

Data are typically collected from a sample because it is too difficult and expensive to collect data from an entire population.

When the results from a sample are extended to the​ population, it is called inference.

If data are not collected​ properly, the conclusions that are drawn will be meaningless.

The following statement is false: The first step in the process of statistics is to collect the data.

The first step in the process of statistics is to Plan: develop a statistical inquiry that can be answered with aggregation of data.

so, converting firstly the mixed fractions to improper fractions and then "adding".