Fundamental Statistics for the Social and Behavioral Sciences 2nd Edition

Fundamental Statistics for the Social and Behavioral Sciences, Second Editionplaces  statistics within the research process, illustrating how they are used  to answer questions and test ideas. Students learn not only how to  calculate statistics, but also how to interpret and communicate the  results of statistical analyses in light of a study’s research  hypothesis. Featuring accessible writing and well-integrated research  examples, the book gives students a greater understanding of how  research studies are conceived, conducted, and communicated.

New and Proven Features

• Updated data sets and research examples address  real-world issues and topics across the social and behavioral sciences,  illustrating the use of statistical procedures to test research  questions and hypotheses.
• Significantly expanded discussion of linear and multiple regression and correlation now gives regression its own separate chapter. 
• Thorough presentation of formulas, hand calculations, and the presentation of visual data enable mastery of key techniques and prove especially helpful in flipped or online classes.
• In-chapter learning checks and end-of-chapter exercises give students an opportunity to continually assess their understanding.
• Screenshots of statistical calculations using IBM® SPSS® Statistics at the end of chapters help students learn to use SPSS software and interpret output.