Unit 4 Assignment: Statistical testing

Grading rubrics for this Assignment are located under Course Resources.

Unit outcomes addressed in this Assignment:

• Distinguish between independent and dependent samples.
• Identify the criteria for constructing a t test.
• Explain the purpose of a one-way analysis of variance.
• Distinguish ANOVA from t test.
• Compare and contrast correlation and regression.
• Explain the purpose of regression analysis.

Course outcome:

HS312-2: Selects the appropriate statistical test for a given scenario.

Instructions

Using the Library, identify a peer-review study that uses a statistical analysis, such as regression, ANOVA, or t test.

In a report, describe the test and how it is applied to the study. Break down the test into smaller steps. Identify each step and describe the purpose of each step, and how it relates to the test as a whole. Finally, explain why this test was appropriate for the study purpose.

Requirements

• This paper should have at least one full page, not including the title page or references.
• This paper must follow APA formatting and citation guidelines, including:
  • Title page and Reference page
  • Essay should be double spaced
  • Use Times New Roman font, size 12
• Any references should come from credible sources and use APA documentation.
• Includes a highly developed viewpoint
• Organize your paper with subheadings.
• Free of grammar and spelling errors
• No evidence of plagiarism