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Re: non-parametric and parametric tests together

Posted by Maguin, Eugene on Sep 09, 2011; 2:29pm
URL: http://spssx-discussion.165.s1.nabble.com/new-option-in-crosstabs-comparing-column-proportions-tp4784073p4786586.html

Why wouldn't the statistical test follow from the question you wanted to answer given the data that you have?
 
Gene Maguin


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Subject: non-parametric and parametric tests together

 My question is basic. If a data set of around 300 is normally distributed is it reasonable to use chi square tests and t-tests for different aspects of analysis. I have suggested that for consistency, only one approach should be followed ie parametric or non-parametric but not both. I would appreciate any comments and advice on this. 

Sorry I forgot to change the subject line

Rod