Which of the Following Best Describes the Degrees of Freedom

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the degrees of freedom for the calculation of variance?

• A) (n + 1)
• B) 2(n + 1)
• C) (n - 1)/n
• D) (n - 1)

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Definitions:

Specific Hypothesis

A precise, testable statement predicting the relationship between at least two variables in a research study.

Analytic Comparisons

Comparisons made using analytical methods to understand differences or similarities between groups or variables.

Planned Comparisons

Comparisons built into a research design prior to data collection.

F-ratio

A ratio used in ANOVA tests to determine whether the variances between means are significantly different.