To Use the Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test as a Test

question 126

Multiple Choice

To use the Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test as a test for location,you must assume that

• A)the obtained data are either ranks or numerical measurements that will be converted to combined ranks.
• B)both samples are randomly and independently drawn from their respective populations.
• C)both underlying populations from which the samples were drawn are equivalent in shape and dispersion.
• D)All the above.

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Definitions:

Behaviourism

A theory of learning which states that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning, emphasizing the importance of observable actions over internal phenomena like thoughts and feelings.

Consequences

The outcomes or effects that follow from a particular action or condition, either positive or negative.

Skinner

B.F. Skinner, an influential American psychologist, known for his work in behaviorism and the development of the operant conditioning theory.

Behaviour

The actions or reactions of an object or organism, usually in relation to the environment or stimuli.