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Which of the following is a characteristic of descriptive statistics?
Which of the following is a characteristic of descriptive statistics?
What is the main purpose of inferential statistics?
What is the main purpose of inferential statistics?
What type of variable measures the outcome in an experiment?
What type of variable measures the outcome in an experiment?
Which statement best describes a hypothesis in research?
Which statement best describes a hypothesis in research?
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In an experiment, what does making comparisons between conditions help researchers do?
In an experiment, what does making comparisons between conditions help researchers do?
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What is the primary purpose of inferential statistics?
What is the primary purpose of inferential statistics?
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Which of the following is an example of a confounding variable?
Which of the following is an example of a confounding variable?
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Which value represents a measure of central tendency?
Which value represents a measure of central tendency?
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In R Studio, what should a user be particularly cautious of while coding?
In R Studio, what should a user be particularly cautious of while coding?
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Which term refers to an independent variable in a study?
Which term refers to an independent variable in a study?
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Study Notes
Assessment Overview
- Weekly quizzes are due every Thursday at 5 PM.
- Lab reports are collaborative, with word limits affecting the percentage of the overall grade:
- 2,500 words contribute 20%
- 3,000 words contribute 30%
- Exams account for 40% of total assessment.
Research Hypotheses
- Predictions should be justified based on existing research.
- Focus on whether results potentially align with the hypothesis rather than confirming or rejecting it.
Statistical Methods
Descriptive Statistics
- Provides a snapshot of data, simplifying larger datasets for better understanding.
- Characteristics of datasets are assessed to identify patterns or differences between groups.
- Visualizations like graphs and tables aid in communicating findings.
- Key components include:
- Central tendencies: mean, median, and mode.
- Measures of dispersion: range, variance, and standard deviation.
Inferential Statistics
- Utilized to draw conclusions and make predictions about broader populations based on sample analysis.
- Fundamental in addressing and testing hypotheses.
Variable Types
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Independent Variables (IVs): Factors that are manipulated or categorized. Examples include:
- Handedness (left-handed vs. right-handed)
- Assignment to control vs. treatment groups.
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Dependent Variables (DVs): Outcomes measured or observed, such as:
- Attention span scores.
- Questionnaire results related to symptoms of depression.
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Demographic Variables: Characteristics defined by attributes, for instance:
- Age
- Sex or Gender
- Level of education.
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Confounding Variables: External factors that may influence results, including:
- IQ
- Amount of sleep prior to measurement.
R Studio Essentials
- Responses are typed in sentences, adhering to a structured coding logic.
- Pay close attention to syntax, as errors often arise from typographical mistakes.
Presentation of Descriptive Statistics
- Data can be conveyed through text, tables, or graphs.
- Avoid redundancy; data should not be repeated unnecessarily.
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Description
Test your understanding of research methods, including how to formulate hypotheses, analyze data descriptively and inferentially, and interpret results. This quiz will help reinforce your grasp of making predictions based on previous research and comparing conditions in relation to your hypotheses.
