Statistics: Identifying Variables/ Problem Set

2res-845-r-module2problemset.docx

College of Doctoral Studies

GAF, Consumer Satisfaction, and Type of Clinical Agency (Public or Private)

This study was conducted to assess if there are differences between GAF and consumer satisfaction between public or private clinical agencies.

Use the SPSS data file for Module 2 (located in Topic Materials) to answer the following questions:

1. Identify the independent variable. Identify the dependent variable(s).

2. Are there any missing values for any of the variables? If there are, what do you recommend doing to address this issue?

3. Were there any outliers in this data set? If outliers are present, what is your recommendation?

4. Check the independent and dependent variables for statistical assumptions violations. If there are violations, what do you recommend?

5. Write a sample result section, discussing your data screening activity.