Research Methods Assignment: Descriptive Statistics Analysis
Describe the Sun Coast data using the descriptive statistics tools discussed in the unit lesson. Establish whether assumptions are met to use parametric statistical procedures. Repeat the tasks below for each tab in the Sun Coast research study data set. Utilize the Unit IV Scholarly Activity template (attached below).
You will utilize Microsoft Excel ToolPak. The links to the ToolPak are in the Course Project Guidance document. (see attachments below)
Here are some of the items you will cover.
· Produce a frequency distribution table and histogram.
· Generate descriptive statistics table, including measures of central tendency (mean, median, and mode), kurtosis, and skewness.
· Describe the dependent variable measurement scale as nominal, ordinal, interval, or ratio.
· Analyze, evaluate, and discuss the above descriptive statistics in relation to assumptions required for parametric testing. Confirm whether the assumptions are met or are not met.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.