Which of the Following Statements About Nonparametric Methods Is Correct

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about nonparametric methods is correct?

• A)Nonparametric methods are only used in cases where parametric tests such as t or F do not exist.
• B)Nonparametric tests should always be used when one is available because they are easier to apply then their parametric counterparts.
• C)Nonparametric tests are useful alternatives to parametric tests such as t or F when certain assumptions required by parametric tests are violated.
• D)Nonparametric tests are only used if the data comes from independent samples.
• E)Nonparametric tests cannot be used if the same value appears in more than one data set being analyzed.

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