Subject : Applied Statistics

​​Question :The Final Paper provides you with an opportunity to integrate and reflect on what you have learned during the class. ​​The question to address is: "What have you learned about statistics?" In developing your responses, consider - at a minimum - and discuss the application of each of the course elements in analyzing and making decisions about data (counts and/or measurements). ​​The course elements include:

​​Descriptive statistics Inferential statistics Hypothesis development and testing

Selection of appropriate statistical tests Evaluating statistical results. The paper

​​ Must be three to-five double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style. Must include a separate title page with the following:

​​Title of paper Student's name Course name and number Instructor's name Date submitted Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.

Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis. Must use at least three scholarly sources in addition to the course text. Must document all sources in APA style. Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style

​​REFERENCES: Tanner, D. E., & Youssef-Morgan, C. M. (2013). Statistics for managers

The Asymmetry of Predictive and Descriptive Capabilities in Quantitative Communication Research: Implications for Hypothesis Development and Testing. By: O''Keefe, Daniel J. Communication Methods & Measures. 2011, Vol. 5 Issue 2, p113-125. 13p.

Selecting the most appropriate inferential statistical test for your quantitative research study. (includes abstract) Bettany-Saltikov, Josette; Whittaker, Victoria Jane; Journal of Clinical Nursing, Jun2014; 23(11/12): 1520-1531. 12p. (Journal Article)

Does temperature contain a stochastic trend? Evaluating conflicting statistical results By: Kaufmann, Robert K.; Kauppi, Heikki; Stock, James H.. In: Climatic change. 2010 Aug., v. 101, no. 3-4; Dordrecht : Springer Netherlands, 2010 Language: English