The Process of Statistical Analysis in Psychology
First Edition
Study Questions
Short Answer
1. What is one major disadvantage of nonparametric tests?
Ans: The disadvantage of nonparametric tests is that the Type II error is higher for nonparametric tests than parametric tests.
Learning Objective: 16-1: What is the difference between a parametric and a nonparametric test?
Cognitive Domain: Comprehension
Answer Location: Parametric Versus Nonparametric Tests
2. When is a test usually used?
Ans: A test is usually used when you want to test hypotheses about categorical variables.
Learning Objective: 16-1: What is the difference between a parametric and a nonparametric test?
Cognitive Domain: Knowledge
Answer Location: Observed Versus Expected Frequencies