1. Download the Dataset

Download the dataset from Kaggle. Understand the meaning of each variable.


2. Load the Data into R

Load the dataset into RStudio and name your data frame my_df.


3. Distribution of Math Scores

What is the distribution of math scores? What is the percentile for a math score of 90 and 60, respectively?


4. Association Between Math, Reading, and Writing Scores

Is there any association between a student’s math score, reading score, and writing score?


5. Create a Column for Total Score

Create a column total.score, which is the sum of the three scores.


6. Association Between Parental Education and Student Score

Is parental educational level associated with student score?


7. Order Ethnic Groups by Median Total Score

Order the ethnic groups by their median total score.


8. Order Ethnic Groups by Proportion of Master’s Degree in Parental Education Level

Order the ethnic groups by the proportion of students whose parents have a master’s degree.


9. Analysis and Conclusions

Analyze your results from questions 6, 7, and 8. What conclusions can you draw?


10. Composite Effect of Test Preparation Course and Gender on Total Score

Analyze the composite effect of test preparation courses and gender on the total score.