Data and Examples

Part 1

Write a 250- to 300-word response to the following:

·        Discuss the following items using your own words to convey your understanding. Include examples, when necessary.

·        What is a skewed distribution?

·        What causes a skew?

·        How might a researcher deal with skewed data?

·        Under what conditions would it be acceptable to allow skewed variables in a research study?

Part 2

Write a 250- to 300-word response to the following:

·        How will you use measures of central tendency in your dissertation research or professional practice?

·        Cite specific examples of how you expect to apply this week’s topics. (Social Statistics of a diverse society, Mean, Median, Mode)

Use APA Guidelines, in-text citations and a reference page