UOP RES710 Week 3 Discussion (dq1+dq2) Latest 2022 August

RES710 Statistical Research Methods And Design I

Week 3 Discussion

DQ1 Skewed Distribution

Write a 250- to 300-word response to the following:

What is the difference between a normal distribution and a skewed distribution?

What causes a skew and how might a researcher deal with skewed data?

Under what conditions would it be acceptable to allow skewed variables in a research study?

DQ2 Measures of Central Tendency

Write a 250- to 300-word response to the following:

How will you use measures of central tendency in your dissertation research or professional practice? Cite specific examples of how you expect to apply this week’s topics.