Dependent samples tests

Assignment 5

Part 1:

Directions: For this assignment you will think about everything you know about dependent samples tests and create a research question that would lend itself to a dependent samples test. Identify the independent and dependent variables, identify which dependent samples test you would use and explain why. This should be no more than 200 words.  

Part 2:

For the second part of this assignment I want you to think critically about the reporting currently taking place about the corona virus (COVID-19). The following is an excerpt from The Guardian (https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/mar/02/what-is-coronavirus-symptoms-wuhan-china-covid-19)

How many people have been affected?

As of 2 March, the outbreak has affected an estimated 87,000 people globally. In mainland China, of the 80,026 confirmed cases, 44,462 (56%) have recovered and 2,912 (or 3.6%) have died.The coronavirus has spread to at least other 30 other countries. The most badly affected include Japan, with 850 cases, including 691 from a cruise ship docked in Yokohama, and four deaths. Italy has recorded at least 1,100 cases and 29 deaths, while South Korea has recorded more than 4,212 cases and 22 deaths. There have also been deaths in Hong Kong, Taiwan, France, the US and the Philippines.There have been 40 recorded cases and no fatalities to date in the UK.

What type of statistics do you see being reported here?

There has been a recent increase in reported cases in the US, what do you think is the reason for this? (Think about testing)

Where can you find reputable information about this public health crisis?