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Which statistical test is suitable for analyzing the difference in patient satisfaction scores across three pharmacy branches?
Which statistical test is suitable for analyzing the difference in patient satisfaction scores across three pharmacy branches?
What is indicated if the p-value from a Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test is less than 0.05?
What is indicated if the p-value from a Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test is less than 0.05?
In a study comparing medication adherence between patients under 50 and those 50+, which test is most appropriate if data is not normally distributed?
In a study comparing medication adherence between patients under 50 and those 50+, which test is most appropriate if data is not normally distributed?
Which statistical method assesses the strength and direction of the relationship between pharmacist consultations and medication adherence levels?
Which statistical method assesses the strength and direction of the relationship between pharmacist consultations and medication adherence levels?
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Which test should be used when comparing two independent groups where data may not be normally distributed or is ordinal?
Which test should be used when comparing two independent groups where data may not be normally distributed or is ordinal?
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Why are nonparametric tests considered more flexible than parametric tests?
Why are nonparametric tests considered more flexible than parametric tests?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of nonparametric tests?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of nonparametric tests?
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When should the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test be applied?
When should the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test be applied?
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What does the Mann-Whitney U Test primarily assess?
What does the Mann-Whitney U Test primarily assess?
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Which of the following scenarios is most appropriate for using the Kruskal-Wallis Test?
Which of the following scenarios is most appropriate for using the Kruskal-Wallis Test?
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What is a major advantage of using nonparametric tests over parametric tests?
What is a major advantage of using nonparametric tests over parametric tests?
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What is the purpose of Spearman’s Rank Correlation?
What is the purpose of Spearman’s Rank Correlation?
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What is the primary purpose of the Mann-Whitney U Test?
What is the primary purpose of the Mann-Whitney U Test?
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How do you interpret the p-value in the context of the Kruskal-Wallis Test?
How do you interpret the p-value in the context of the Kruskal-Wallis Test?
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What does a Spearman’s Rho value close to 0 signify?
What does a Spearman’s Rho value close to 0 signify?
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Which formula is used to compute Spearman’s rho?
Which formula is used to compute Spearman’s rho?
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What is the significance of the Chi-Square Test in analyzing patient satisfaction?
What is the significance of the Chi-Square Test in analyzing patient satisfaction?
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When might results from the Chi-Square Test be inconclusive?
When might results from the Chi-Square Test be inconclusive?
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Which statistical test must be used to assess more than two independent groups?
Which statistical test must be used to assess more than two independent groups?
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What is the first step in conducting the Mann-Whitney U Test?
What is the first step in conducting the Mann-Whitney U Test?
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Which of the following indicates a strong positive correlation in Spearman's Rank Correlation?
Which of the following indicates a strong positive correlation in Spearman's Rank Correlation?
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What is the key outcome to check after performing a Chi-Square Test?
What is the key outcome to check after performing a Chi-Square Test?
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Study Notes
Non-Parametric Tests Overview
- Non-parametric tests are statistical tests that do not assume a specific distribution for the data.
- They are used when data do not meet the assumptions required for parametric tests, such as a normal distribution.
- Examples include comparing patient satisfaction scores or analyzing treatment effects where data are not normally distributed.
Learning Objectives
- Understand fundamental principles and applications of non-parametric tests.
- Identify when to use non-parametric tests versus parametric tests.
- Apply basic tests like Wilcoxon Signed-Rank, Mann-Whitney U, Kruskal-Wallis, and Spearman's Rank Correlation.
- Interpret results in real-world pharmacy research.
- Develop clear and structured reporting of non-parametric test outcomes.
Parametric vs. Non-Parametric Tests
- Parametric tests require assumptions such as normal distribution and homogeneity of variance (e.g., t-test, ANOVA).
- Non-parametric tests do not require these assumptions and can be used with ordinal data or small sample sizes.
Advantages of Non-parametric Tests
- Flexibility: Suitable for non-normal data and ordinal data.
- Robustness: Less affected by outliers compared to parametric tests.
- Ease of Use: Often simpler to apply and interpret.
Common Non-parametric Tests
- Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test: For paired or related samples. Example: Comparing blood pressure readings before and after treatment.
- Mann-Whitney U Test: For comparing two independent groups. Example: Comparing test scores between two groups of pharmacy students.
- Kruskal-Wallis Test: For comparing more than two independent groups. Example: Comparing satisfaction scores of patients across three different pharmacies.
- Chi-square test: Used to test relationships between categorical variables. Example: Assessing if patient satisfaction is associated with the type of service received (e.g., in-person or online).
- Spearman's Rank Correlation: Measures the strength and direction of association between two variables. Example: Relationship between patient age and adherence to medication.
Real-Life Applications in Pharmacy
- Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test: Assess whether a new service (e.g., medication counseling program) improved patient satisfaction.
- Mann-Whitney U Test: Analyze whether adherence rates to a chronic medication differ between age groups.
- Kruskal-Wallis Test: Investigate whether patient satisfaction scores differ across three pharmacy branches.
- Spearman's Rank Correlation: Determine the relationship between the number of pharmacist consultations and medication adherence.
Summary Table (Parametric vs Non-Parametric Tests)
| Purpose | Parametric Test | Non-Parametric Test | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comparing two independent groups | t-test (independent samples) | Mann-Whitney U Test | Use Mann-Whitney U when data is not normally distributed or for ordinal data. |
| Comparing two related/paired samples | Paired t-test | Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test | Wilcoxon is suitable for paired observations with non-normal data. |
| Comparing more than two independent groups | One-way ANOVA | Kruskal-Wallis Test | Use Kruskal-Wallis when data is not normally distributed across groups. |
| Measuring the association between two variables | Pearson's Correlation | Spearman's Rank Correlation | Spearman's is used for ordinal data or non-linear relationships. |
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This quiz provides an overview of non-parametric tests, highlighting their principles and applications in data analysis. You'll learn when to choose non-parametric over parametric tests and how to apply various specific tests such as Wilcoxon and Mann-Whitney. Gain the skills necessary to interpret and report the results in real-world research contexts, particularly in pharmacy.
