SPSS Analysis Task

HLTH 511

SPSS: Data Assay, Data Normality Analysis Assignment Instructions

Overview

Deciding whether data are normally distributed is an important concept to understand and apply when conducting research using quantitative data. Whether or not data for normally distributed will influence the choice of parametric or nonparametric statistical test employment.

Instructions

Using SPSS the student will perform the following procedures and learn how to interpret and apply the output generated by the procedures:

· Sort data.

· Clean dataset by deleting records.

· Create output to determine measures of dispersion and central tendency.

· Determine dependent variable normality.

To successfully complete this assignment, review all the SPSS Watch items in the Learn section.

Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.

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