Statistics for the Social Sciences ((4 Credits))

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This course will present a foundation for when, how, and why different statistical techniques are utilized to answer social research questions. Students will be introduced to the basic concepts and tools of descriptive and inferential statistics, the practice of data analysis, and the interpretation of results. The course may utilize computer software (in addition to hand calculation) as the basis for statistical analyses. Course content may include: visual depiction of data; the normal distribution and measures of central tendency; probability and hypothesis testing; descriptive and inferential statistics; measurements of association between variables; and the selection of appropriate statistical techniques to answer an array of social science research questions. Knowledge of Algebra is recommended. This course was previously SOC-281424 Social Science Statistics