Exploring Descriptive and Inferential Statistics in Behavioral Research: A Comprehensive Analysis
This paper provides an analysis of descriptive and inferential statistics used in behavioral research.
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Exploring Descriptive and Inferential Statistics in Behavioral Research: A
Comprehensive Analysis
Week Six Homework Exercise
Answer the following questions, covering material from Ch. 12 of Methods in Behavioral
Research:
1. Define the following terms:
• Descriptive statistics
Descriptive statistics is utilized to precisely describe data.
• Scales of measurement
The methods used in measuring the variables of the study are referred to as scales of
measurement.
• Measures of central tendency
Measures of central tendency recognize or determine the mean, median, mode and samples
of measurements used in the study.
• Frequency Distribution
According to Cozby (2009), frequency distribution indicates the number of individuals who
receive each possible score on a certain variable.
Comprehensive Analysis
Week Six Homework Exercise
Answer the following questions, covering material from Ch. 12 of Methods in Behavioral
Research:
1. Define the following terms:
• Descriptive statistics
Descriptive statistics is utilized to precisely describe data.
• Scales of measurement
The methods used in measuring the variables of the study are referred to as scales of
measurement.
• Measures of central tendency
Measures of central tendency recognize or determine the mean, median, mode and samples
of measurements used in the study.
• Frequency Distribution
According to Cozby (2009), frequency distribution indicates the number of individuals who
receive each possible score on a certain variable.
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