When to use non-parametric tests and when to use t-tests
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Why do we use nonparametric tests? Describe a psychological research situation or scenario that would use a non-parametric test.
What is an example of a situation in which you would use a t test? What are the reasons a t test would be used?
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Explains the difference between parametric and non-parametric tests in detail. Provides an example of a question that would be answered using non-parametric tests. Explains why we use t-tests and provides an example of a question that would be answered using an independent samples t test.
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