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What are the assumptions made about the residual distribution in a linear regression model?
What are the assumptions made about the residual distribution in a linear regression model?
- Residuals should be independent of the independent variable.
- Residuals should be normally distributed and have equal variances. (correct)
- Residuals should be skewed and have unequal variances.
- Residuals should be positively correlated with the independent variable.
What is the main difference between correlation and regression?
What is the main difference between correlation and regression?
- Correlation measures the strength of the relationship between two variables, while regression predicts the value of one variable based on the other. (correct)
- Correlation only works for linear relationships, while regression can handle non-linear relationships.
- Correlation does not assume causality, while regression does.
- Correlation is used for categorical data, while regression is used for continuous data.
What does the F-ratio in regression analysis represent?
What does the F-ratio in regression analysis represent?
- The ratio of the mean of the independent variable to the mean of the dependent variable.
- The ratio of the standard error of the regression to the standard error of the residuals.
- The ratio of explained variance to unexplained variance. (correct)
- The ratio of the slope of the regression line to the intercept.
Which of the following is NOT an assumption of the linear regression model?
Which of the following is NOT an assumption of the linear regression model?
What is the significance of the adjusted R-squared value in a regression model?
What is the significance of the adjusted R-squared value in a regression model?
When would a researcher choose to include a random factor in their regression model?
When would a researcher choose to include a random factor in their regression model?
What is the purpose of conducting a normality test on the residuals in a regression model?
What is the purpose of conducting a normality test on the residuals in a regression model?
Why is it important to minimize residuals in a linear regression analysis?
Why is it important to minimize residuals in a linear regression analysis?
Which of these statements regarding the regression line is correct?
Which of these statements regarding the regression line is correct?
What does a significant F-ratio in a regression analysis indicate?
What does a significant F-ratio in a regression analysis indicate?
What indicates that a factor is fixed in an experimental setup?
What indicates that a factor is fixed in an experimental setup?
Which scenario correctly illustrates the concept of pseudo replication?
Which scenario correctly illustrates the concept of pseudo replication?
When conducting a mixed model analysis, how is a covariate treated?
When conducting a mixed model analysis, how is a covariate treated?
Which situation would NOT warrant the use of a posthoc test?
Which situation would NOT warrant the use of a posthoc test?
What is a potential improvement for studying the impact of owls in research?
What is a potential improvement for studying the impact of owls in research?
In a linear mixed model, what is the primary role of random factors?
In a linear mixed model, what is the primary role of random factors?
When should independent sampling be prioritized in study design?
When should independent sampling be prioritized in study design?
What is the purpose of using ID as a random factor in repeated measures?
What is the purpose of using ID as a random factor in repeated measures?
What test is most appropriate for analyzing the relationship between starling mass, sex, country, and season, assuming all variables are continuous?
What test is most appropriate for analyzing the relationship between starling mass, sex, country, and season, assuming all variables are continuous?
Which test is considered the most conservative (least likely to find a significant difference) among the listed multiple comparison tests?
Which test is considered the most conservative (least likely to find a significant difference) among the listed multiple comparison tests?
What does 'R² adjusted' represent in the context of a linear model?
What does 'R² adjusted' represent in the context of a linear model?
What is the primary purpose of conducting a multiple comparison test after ANOVA?
What is the primary purpose of conducting a multiple comparison test after ANOVA?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Tukey test used after ANOVA?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Tukey test used after ANOVA?
In the context of a two-way ANOVA, what is the significance of the interaction term?
In the context of a two-way ANOVA, what is the significance of the interaction term?
What test is most appropriate for analyzing the relationship between vegetation type, temperature, and rainfall on species richness, assuming all variables are categorical?
What test is most appropriate for analyzing the relationship between vegetation type, temperature, and rainfall on species richness, assuming all variables are categorical?
If the calculated F-value in an ANOVA exceeds the critical F-value, what does this suggest?
If the calculated F-value in an ANOVA exceeds the critical F-value, what does this suggest?
Flashcards
Regression
Regression
A statistical method to analyze the relationship between variables, with independent variables affecting a dependent variable.
Dependent Variable
Dependent Variable
The outcome variable that is tested in an experiment and is affected by independent variables.
Independent Variable
Independent Variable
A variable that is manipulated or categorized to observe its effect on a dependent variable.
Residuals
Residuals
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Least-Squares Method
Least-Squares Method
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ANOVA in Regression
ANOVA in Regression
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F-ratio
F-ratio
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Null Hypothesis
Null Hypothesis
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Adjusted R Square
Adjusted R Square
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Linear Model
Linear Model
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Tukey Test
Tukey Test
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Two Way ANOVA
Two Way ANOVA
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Interaction Effect
Interaction Effect
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Holm-Bonferroni method
Holm-Bonferroni method
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Multiple Comparison Tests
Multiple Comparison Tests
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Factorial Design
Factorial Design
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Critical F-value
Critical F-value
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Fixed Factor
Fixed Factor
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Random Factor
Random Factor
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Posthoc Test
Posthoc Test
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Single Factor Significance
Single Factor Significance
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Linear Mixed Model (LMM)
Linear Mixed Model (LMM)
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Pseudo Replication
Pseudo Replication
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Repeated Measures
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Study Notes
Week 1: Group Differences - Introduction
- Learning outcomes include formulating appropriate null hypotheses, outlining limitations and constraints of statistical tests (e.g., t-tests, PCA), selecting appropriate statistical tools for ecological data, analyzing data with statistical procedures, and interpreting results ecologically.
- Exams will involve univariate analysis (week 3), multivariate analysis (week 4), and applied statistics (week 5).
- Basic statistics: the top of a bar graph represents the mean of the response variable.
- Error bars represent the standard deviation (SD). -The error bar goes up and down from the mean by the standard deviation.
- Each bar on the graph corresponds to a level of the manipulated variable. Each bar height and error bar size vary depending on the mean and SD for that level.
Week 1: Group Differences - Statistics Basics
- Standard deviation (σ) measures data dispersion relative to the mean.
- The formula for standard deviation (S) is given as: S=√(Σ(x−x)²/(n−1)).
- Mean and standard deviation stabilize with increased sample size.
- Overlapping error bars on graphs might suggest that a difference is not statistically significant; however, tests should be done to reach a conclusion.
Week 1: Group Differences - Different Data Distributions
- Nominal measurements involve categories (e.g., habitat, sex, species).
- Ordinal measures have an order (e.g., abundant, frequent, rare).
- Scale measures have an absolute zero (e.g., weight, length, growth).
Week 1: Group Differences - Distribution Types
- Normal distribution is symmetrical and continuous.
- Lognormal distribution is skewed and continuous (exponential growth, biomass, concentrations).
Week 2: T-tests
- T-tests compare means of two different groups.
- Calculations and formulas for t-tests are given.
- Degrees of freedom (d.f.) is the number of independent variables.
Week 3: Univariate Analysis
- This will cover the study of single variables.
Week 4: Multivariate Analysis
- This will involve analysis of more than one variable.
Week 5: Applied Statistics
- This week will cover applied statistical analysis for the data covered in previous weeks.
Day 2: T-tests
- T-tests are statistical tests used to compare the means of two different groups.
Day 3: Transformations And Non-Parametric Tests
- If data does not follow normal distribution use a different test.
- Nonparametric tests are used when data is not normally distributed.
Day 4: ANOVA - Analysis of Variances
- ANOVA is a statistical test to compare means among 3 or more groups.
- Total variance equals within group variance plus between group variances.
- Conditions must be met for using ANOVA.
- Test for normality
- Test for equality of variances.
Day 5: Two-Way ANOVA
- ANOVA is used to test the effects of multiple factors (e.g., multiple factors with more complicated relationships between factors).
- Multiple factors can be considered when using this test. This determines the total variance, variance between groups and variance within groups. Factors that are similar will fall into the same groups.
Day 6: Chi-Square & Correlation
- Chi-Square test: used for nominal data to compare observed and expected frequencies.
- Correlation: measures relationships between variables (not causation).
Day 7: Regression I (Linear)
- Regression analysis investigates the relationship between 2 or more variables where an independent variable affects a dependent variable.
- Strength of relationships, linearity & direction are established with statistical tests (e.g., p-value).
Day 8: Regression II
- Regression will be used to determine if there is a linear relationship between a dependent variable and one or more independent variables.
Day 9: Multiple Regression
- Multiple regression models investigate the relationship between a dependent variable and multiple independent variables.
- An interaction effect is possible when the effect of one variable is dependent on another.
Day 10: Test Choice
- Understand that different response distributions require using different statistical tests.
- The specific test choice depends upon the expected shape of the response curves for the dependent variable and the type of data collected/analysed.
Day 11: Random Factors
- Random factors are variables that can't be controlled and could affect results.
- Linear mixed models (LMMs) are useful for research designs with more than one grouping factor.
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This quiz covers the foundational concepts of statistical analysis relevant to group differences and ecological data. Key topics include null hypotheses, standard deviation, and the interpretation of bar graphs. Students will learn to choose appropriate statistical tools and understand limitations of tests like t-tests and PCA.
