In order to begin the correct statistical analysis,
In order to begin the correct statistical analysis, the
variables of the research must be identified. The question “Does Living in Washington, DC Increase the Chances of Having HIV When Compared to Richmond, VA?” has dependent variables of HIV+ and HIV-. The independent variables in the question are the two geographical locations, Washington, DC and Richmond, VA. All variables in this inferential study are categorical.
Analysis
Based on the identification of the variables, the statistical test that would render the best results is the Chi-Square Test of Independence. This test specifically examines categorical data to investigate the contrast between both variables. The Chi –Square analysis will yield an answer of “yes” or “no” regarding the chances of having HIV between the two regions.
I need help writing a paragraph to complete the above. What is the discrete frequency distribution for each of the variables? A list of basic descriptive statistics for central tendency (mean, median, mode) and variability when relevent. Why would we want to use the chi-square test in this scenario? Why this is the best test.