Case-Study: Dependent variables Discussion

Case-Study: Dependent variables Discussion

Case-Study: Dependent variables Discussion

Week 6 discussion DQ 1 This week, you will be submitting a data analysis plan for your research proposal. Share your research questions and research project as well as your anticipated type of quantitative analysis with the class. What quantitative test/s are you going to conduct on your data (t-test, correlation, chi-square, regression, ANOVA, ANCOVA, etc.) and explain why you feel this is the best test. Then, examine at least two of your classmates’ posts and comment on their chosen methods of analysis. Do you have any suggestions for improvement? Are there any concerns regarding their chosen methods? DQ 2 Using your research questions and research topic, identify your independent and dependent variables. Next, identify your research hypothesis and null hypothesis. Then, comment on two of your classmates’ posts and explain whether their research hypotheses and null hypotheses are appropriate for their identified research questions.

In ,  and , the values of dependent  depend on the values of independent variables. The dependent variables represent the  or outcome. It is the dependent variable whose  is being studied. The independent variables are controlled inputs, and the variation in the value of the dependent variable is due to the different inputs. The independent variables are also known as regressors in a statistical context. In an experiment, any variable that the experimenter manipulates can be called an independent variable.  and  test the effects that the independent variables have on the dependent variables. Sometimes, even if their influence is not of direct interest, independent variables may be included for other reasons, such as to account for their potential  effect.