Chapter 6 Data Analysis

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the possible aims of a data analysis (e.g. descriptive, inferential, and predictive).
2. Describe the stages of conducting a data analysis to solve real-world problems in a scientific manner and describe tools suitable for each stage.
3. Describe sources of data and explain the characteristics of different data sources, including extremely large data sets.
4. Explain the meaning and value of reproducible research and describe the elements required to ensure a data analysis is reproducible.

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