NUTR 551 Data Analysis Quiz

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What is the primary difference between one-tailed and two-tailed tests?

Two-tailed tests can only be used when the sample size is small.

One-tailed tests have equal statistical power as two-tailed tests.

One-tailed tests assess relationships in both directions, while two-tailed tests assess in one.

One-tailed tests only consider an effect in one direction, while two-tailed tests consider both directions. (correct)

In a two-tailed test, at what Z-value should the null hypothesis be rejected?

Z < -1.960 or Z > 1.960 (correct)

Z > 1.645

Z < -1.645

Z < 0

Which scenario is most appropriate for using a one-tailed test?

Evaluating if a new dietary supplement has any impact on weight gain or loss.

Determining if a new medication is effective without considering its potential harm. (correct)

Assessing whether two companies have similar average profits.

Comparing the effectiveness of two different teaching methods.

What is the statistical power in the context of hypothesis testing?

The chance of correctly rejecting the null hypothesis when it is false. Signup and view all the answers

Why might a researcher choose to conduct a two-tailed test instead of a one-tailed test?

When there is a possibility of effects in both directions. Signup and view all the answers

What does the first quartile (Q1) represent in a dataset?

The division of the lowest 25% of data from the highest 75% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the interquartile range (IQR) is correct?

IQR is the difference between Q3 and Q1 Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the median in a non-normal distribution?

It may not be in the middle where the mean is located Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the whiskers in a boxplot?

They show the extremes of the dataset, calculated as Q1 - (1.5IQR) and Q3 + (1.5IQR) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'outliers' refer to in data analysis?

Extreme observations in your variable of interest Signup and view all the answers

Which quartile divides the dataset into two equal halves?

Second quartile (Q2) Signup and view all the answers

When is the median and IQR preferred over the mean and standard deviation?

When the data is not normally distributed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following defines the third quartile (Q3)?

Divides the top 25% of data from the rest Signup and view all the answers

How does SPSS identify outliers using Tukey's fences method?

Values below Q1 - (1.5IQR) or above Q3 + (1.5IQR) Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of a Q-Q plot indicates perfect normality of data?

All points track along the line closely Signup and view all the answers

What does a detrended normal Q-Q plot primarily indicate?

How far the observed data deviates from expected values Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by a p-value greater than 0.05 in hypothesis testing?

The results may have occurred by chance or are not statistically significant Signup and view all the answers

What statistical test is sensitive to tail values when assessing normality?

Shapiro-Wilk test Signup and view all the answers

In a stem-and-leaf plot, what does the 'stem' represent?

First digit(s) of the data values Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the alpha level (α) in hypothesis testing?

It sets the probability of rejecting the null hypothesis when it is true Signup and view all the answers

How are extreme values represented in a stem-and-leaf plot?

By marking them with a special symbol like '*' Signup and view all the answers

What does a p-value of 0.03 signify in the context of hypothesis testing?

There is a 3% probability that results are due to random chance Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Data Analysis Overview

Assignment details provided on myCourses with grading rubric.
Student groups and topics to be announced next week.

Assessing Normality

Empirical Rule indicates how data is distributed within quartiles.
Quartiles divide data into four parts:
- First Quartile (Q1): 25th percentile, separates lowest 25% from the rest.
- Second Quartile (Q2): 50th percentile, the median of the data.
- Third Quartile (Q3): 75th percentile, separates highest 25% from the rest.

Boxplots and IQR

Boxplots display data distribution visually using quartiles and whiskers.
Interquartile Range (IQR) is calculated as Q3 - Q1, representing variability.
Median and IQR are preferred over mean and standard deviation for non-normally distributed data.

Outlier Detection

Outliers are extreme observations in data that can skew results.
Tukey’s fences method categorizes outliers:
- Outliers: Values outside Q1 - (1.5IQR) and Q3 + (1.5IQR).
- Extreme outliers: Values outside Q1 - (3IQR) and Q3 + (3IQR).

Visual Assessments of Normality

Histogram with normal curve provides a visual on the distribution.
Quantile-Quantile (Q-Q) Plot compares data distribution to a standard:
- If normally distributed, points align with the line.
- Detrended normal Q-Q Plot shows deviation from expected values.

Stem-and-Leaf Plots

Displays frequency of data values using 'stem' (first digits) and 'leaf' (last digits).
Useful for examining data distribution and identifying extreme values.

Statistical Tests for Normality

Shapiro-Wilk test checks if data is normally distributed (p > 0.05 indicates normality).
p-value represents the likelihood that results are due to chance:
- Less than 0.05 indicates statistical significance.

Hypothesis Testing

One-tailed tests check for relationships in one direction (µ > µ0 or µ < µ0).
Two-tailed tests assess relationships in both directions (µ ≠ µ).
Reject null hypothesis based on Z-value thresholds:
- One-tailed: Z < -1.645 or Z > 1.645.
- Two-tailed: Z < -1.960 or Z > 1.960.

Considerations for Testing

Two-tailed tests are more common; one-tailed tests apply when directionality is specific.
Scenarios for choosing one-tailed vs. two-tailed tests can vary based on research hypothesis.

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Description

This quiz focuses on foundational concepts in data analysis as part of the NUTR 551 course. Topics include assessing normality and understanding quartiles. Students will also be graded based on their group assignment submissions and a grading rubric provided.