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Core Statistical Concepts with Excel® connects statistical concepts to applications with Excel® using practical research examples. The text jointly promotes an understanding of Excel® and a deeper knowledge of core concepts through practice. Authors Gregory J. Privitera and Darryl Mayeaux provide students step-by-step instruction for using Excel® software as a useful tool not only to manage but also analyze data–all through the use of key themes, features, and pedagogy: an emphasis on student learning, a focus on current research, and integration of Excel® to introduce statistical concepts.
Evaluating the Nature of Effects
The word hypothesis is loosely used in everyday language to describe an educated guess. We often informally state hypotheses about behaviors (e.g., who is the most outgoing among our friends) and events (e.g., which team will win the big game). Informally stating hypotheses in everyday language helps us describe or organize our understanding of the behaviors and events we experience from day to day.
In science, hypotheses are stated and tested more formally with the purpose of acquiring knowledge. The value of understanding the basic structure of the scientific process requires an understanding of how researchers test their hypotheses. Behavioral science is about understanding behaviors and events. You are in many ways a behavioral scientist in ...
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