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ANOVA for repeated measures is a statistical technique used to analyze data where the same subjects are measured multiple times under different conditions. It accounts for the correlation between repeated measurements on the same subjects, providing a more accurate understanding of the effects of the independent variable on the dependent variable over time or conditions.
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Repeated measures design is a type of experimental design where the same subjects are used in all treatment conditions, allowing researchers to control for individual differences and increase statistical power. This design is particularly useful when studying changes over time or when the sample size is limited, but it requires careful consideration of potential carryover effects and order effects.
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A within-subjects factor is a variable that is manipulated or measured within the same group of participants across different conditions or time points, allowing each participant to serve as their own control. This design increases statistical power by reducing variability due to individual differences, but it can introduce order effects that need to be controlled through counterbalancing or other methods.
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Sphericity refers to the condition where the variances of the differences between all combinations of related groups are equal. It is a crucial assumption in repeated measures ANOVA, and violations of sphericity can lead to incorrect conclusions unless adjustments like the Greenhouse-Geisser correction are applied.
The Greenhouse-Geisser correction is a statistical method used to adjust the degrees of freedom in repeated measures ANOVA tests when the assumption of sphericity is violated. This correction helps to reduce the Type I error rate, making the test results more reliable when the data does not meet the sphericity assumption.
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Mauchly's test of sphericity is a statistical test used to assess whether the assumption of sphericity is met in repeated measures ANOVA, which is crucial for the validity of F-tests. If the test indicates a violation of sphericity, adjustments such as the Greenhouse-Geisser or Huynh-Feldt corrections are applied to the degrees of freedom to maintain the integrity of the analysis.
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Mixed-effects models are statistical models that incorporate both fixed effects, which are consistent and predictable across all observations, and random effects, which vary across different levels of the data hierarchy. They are particularly useful for analyzing data with nested or grouped structures, such as repeated measures or hierarchical datasets, allowing for more accurate and flexible modeling of complex data relationships.
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A dependent variable is the outcome factor that researchers measure in an experiment or study, which is influenced by changes in the independent variable. It is crucial for determining the effect of the independent variable and understanding causal relationships in research settings.
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An independent variable is a factor in an experiment or study that is manipulated or controlled to observe its effect on a dependent variable. It is essential for establishing causal relationships and is typically plotted on the x-axis in graphs.
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An interaction effect occurs when the effect of one independent variable on a dependent variable differs depending on the level of another independent variable. This indicates that the variables do not operate independently but rather influence each other's impact on the outcome.
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Post-hoc tests are like double-checking your work after you find something interesting in a big group of numbers. They help you figure out exactly where the interesting things are happening, so you know which parts are special.
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Repeated measures involve collecting multiple measurements from the same subjects over time or under different conditions, allowing researchers to assess changes and effects within subjects. This design increases statistical power by reducing variability due to individual differences, but requires careful consideration of potential correlations between repeated observations.
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