Statistics for Data Science and Business Analysis - What is P-Value and Why is it One of the Most Useful Tools for Stati

Statistics for Data Science and Business Analysis - What is P-Value and Why is it One of the Most Useful Tools for Stati

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The video tutorial introduces the concept of P value, a measure used in hypothesis testing to determine the smallest level of significance at which the null hypothesis can be rejected. It explains the process using a data scientist salary example, detailing how to calculate P values for one-sided and two-sided tests. The tutorial also discusses the role of P values in statistical software and emphasizes their importance across different distributions. Finally, it recommends using online P value calculators for research and exercises.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of the P value in hypothesis testing?

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How do you determine whether to reject the null hypothesis based on the P value?

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Explain the process of finding the P value using a Z score.

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What role do statistical software packages play in calculating P values?

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Discuss the importance of the P value being close to zero in research results.

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