- Perform analyses in SPSS on THREE variables (one nominal, one ordinal, and one interval/ratio) to obtain appropriate descriptive statistics (e.g., measures of central tendency, dispersion, and distribution). Be sure to choose appropriate descriptive statistics for each variable, separately and independent of one another. Also include a clear rationale or justification as to why each of your three variables is nominal, ordinal, or interval/ratio.
- Create appropriate and useful data displays (e.g., histogram graphs, bar graphs, line graphs, pie charts) for each chosen variable.
- Export or paste your output into a Word document and write up the results of these analyses as they would appear in a research report. Use the APA manual or the OWL at Purdue for formatting guidance. Be sure to discuss your analyses.
- Write a short paragraph at the end of your paper to highlight your understanding of why exploratory data is a critical part of any statistical analysis. The rationale must include key concepts and course citations (especially the Salkind text) to demonstrate your understanding.
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