After All of the Data Have Been Entered into the Computer

question 5

Multiple Choice

After all of the data have been entered into the computer, the first thing that the researcher should do is to

• A) transform the data.
• B) check and clean the data.
• C) conduct the statistical analyses.
• D) delete responses that do not support the theory.

Analyze the validity of logical arguments through truth tables.

Apply rules of inference to determine the validity of arguments.

Recognize various logical fallacies and valid argument forms.

Differentiate between valid and invalid arguments based on their logical structure.

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Definitions:

Upper Quartile

The value below which 75% of the data points in a dataset fall, also known as the third quartile.

Percentile

A measure that indicates the value below which a given percentage of observations in a group of observations falls.

Five-number Summary

Consists of the minimum, first quartile, median, third quartile, and maximum, providing a quick overview of the distribution of a dataset.

Distribution

The way in which values in a dataset are spread out or distributed across a range of values or categories.