Mastering Statistics - Elizabeth Page-Gould - Bog

Provides readers with the statistical tools to test almost any hypothesis and research question. By teaching complex analyses in simple, straight-forward language, and with an emphasis on statistical flexibility, this book enables readers to:  Choose and apply the best statistical approach for their research design Get a buffet-style introduction to the major advanced statistical techniques Work with a clear set of best practices for statistical analysis in the social sciences Understand the relationship between statistics and statistical inference Get to grips with the advent of big datasets Avoid common errors and pitfalls in the research design phase Communicate the results of analysis effectively and with impact Learn statistics as a journey in testing a hypothesis and exploring empirical data.