#1
In a paired data analysis, what is the primary objective?
To compare two related groups
ExplanationComparing related groups to assess differences.
#2
Which statistical test is appropriate for comparing means of paired data?
Paired t-test
ExplanationSpecific test for comparing means of paired data.
#3
In paired data analysis, what is the purpose of using a scatter plot?
To visualize the relationship between paired observations
ExplanationVisualizing the correlation between paired data points.
#4
When conducting a paired t-test, what assumption must be met regarding the data?
Data should be normally distributed
ExplanationNormal distribution assumption for valid results.
#5
What is the purpose of calculating the mean difference in paired data analysis?
To estimate the effect size
ExplanationDetermining the magnitude of the effect.
#6
When interpreting the p-value in a paired t-test, what does a p-value less than the significance level indicate?
There is a significant difference between means
ExplanationPresence of significant difference between means.
#7
In a study comparing blood pressure before and after treatment in the same group of patients, what type of data analysis is appropriate?
Paired t-test
ExplanationPaired t-test for comparing related measurements.
#8
When conducting a paired t-test, what does the test statistic indicate?
The significance of the difference between means
ExplanationIndicates the significance of mean differences.
#9
What is the appropriate conclusion if the p-value in a paired t-test is greater than the significance level?
Fail to reject the null hypothesis
ExplanationInsufficient evidence to reject null hypothesis.
#10
What assumption must be met for the differences between paired observations to be normally distributed?
Independence
ExplanationIndependence of paired observations.
#11
When interpreting the confidence interval for the mean difference in paired data, what does it represent?
The range of plausible values for the population parameter
ExplanationPlausible values for population parameter.