Following a One-Way Within-Groups Analysis of Variance That Results in a Significant

question 95

Multiple Choice

Following a one-way within-groups analysis of variance that results in a significant F statistic, the researcher should:

• A) replicate the research with matched groups.
• B) conduct post hoc tests to determine where the significant differences between levels of the independent variable exist.
• C) conduct planned comparisons to explore where differences may exist when you are unsure.
• D) conduct a power analysis.

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