Selecting statistical methods refers to choosing appropriate techniques for analyzing data based on the research question, type of data collected, and assumptions underlying each method.
Descriptive Statistics: Descriptive statistics involve summarizing and describing the main features of a dataset, such as measures of central tendency (mean, median) and variability (standard deviation, range).
Probability Distributions: Probability distributions describe the likelihood of different outcomes in a random experiment or process. Examples include the normal distribution, binomial distribution, and Poisson distribution.
Regression Analysis: Regression analysis is used to model the relationship between one dependent variable and one or more independent variables. It helps us understand how changes in independent variables affect the dependent variable.
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