Choosing Right Statistical Test for Data Analysis

Authors

  • Umar Hussain Saidu College of Dentistry, Saidu Sharif, Swat KP Pakistan
  • Farhad Ali Khattak Khyber College of Dentistry, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52206/jsmc.2024.14.3.989

Abstract

In scientific research, selecting the appropriate statistical test is crucial for accurate data analysis and valid inference. They allow researchers to make informed inferences about populations, quantify uncertainty, test hypotheses, identify relationships, and provide evidence-based support for decisions. By rigorously evaluating data, statistical tests enhance the credibility and generalizability of research findings. This process is guided by several key steps, including the type of data collected, the research design, and the assumptions underlying statistical tests.

 

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Published

24-07-2024

How to Cite

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Umar Hussain, Farhad Ali Khattak. Choosing Right Statistical Test for Data Analysis. J Saidu Med Coll Swat [Internet]. 2024 Jul. 24 [cited 2024 Dec. 5];14(3):263-5. Available from: https://jsmc.pk/index.php/jsmc/article/view/989

Issue

Vol. 14 No. 3 (2024): Journal of Saidu Medical College, Swat

Section

Short Communication

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