文档介绍：Statistical Methods
for Practice and Research
2 STATISTICAL METHODS FOR PRACTICE AND RESEARCH
Statistical Methods
for Practice and Research
A guide to data analysis using SPSS
(Second edition)
Ajai S. Gaur
Sanjaya S. Gaur
Copyright © Ajai S. Gaur and Sanjaya S. Gaur, 2009
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Gaur, Ajai S., 1977–
Statistical methods for practice and research: a guide to data analysis
using SPSS/Ajai S. Gaur, Sanjaya S. Gaur.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references.
1. SPSS (Computer file) 2. Social sciences—Statistical puter programs. 3. Social
sciences—Research—Statistical methods.
I. Gaur, Sanjaya S., 1969– II. Title.
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6 STATISTICAL METHODS FOR PRACTICE AND RESEARCH
Contents
Preface 11
Acknowledgements 13
1. Introduction to SPSS 15
Starting SPSS 15
SPSS Main Menus 16
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