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The Skewness Calculator measures the asymmetry of a probability distribution using the formula based on mean, median, and standard deviation. It helps identify whether data is skewed to the left or right of the center point.
The calculator uses the skewness formula:
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Explanation: This formula provides a simple measure of distribution asymmetry. Positive values indicate right skew, negative values indicate left skew, and zero indicates symmetric distribution.
Details: Skewness is crucial in statistics for understanding data distribution patterns, identifying outliers, and ensuring appropriate statistical analysis methods are applied to non-normal distributions.
Tips: Enter the mean, median, and standard deviation values. All values must be numerical, and standard deviation must be greater than zero for valid calculation.
Q1: What does positive skewness indicate?
A: Positive skewness indicates a right-skewed distribution where the tail on the right side is longer, and most values are concentrated on the left.
Q2: What does negative skewness indicate?
A: Negative skewness indicates a left-skewed distribution where the tail on the left side is longer, and most values are concentrated on the right.
Q3: What is considered significant skewness?
A: Generally, skewness values between -0.5 and 0.5 are considered approximately symmetric, while values beyond ±1 indicate substantial skewness.
Q4: Are there other methods to calculate skewness?
A: Yes, other methods include Pearson's first coefficient of skewness and the more complex moment coefficient of skewness formula.
Q5: When should I be concerned about skewness?
A: Significant skewness may require data transformation or non-parametric statistical tests, especially when using methods that assume normal distribution.