11.2.2 Graphical Representations

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  • Data Analysis in psychological research refers to the process of examining and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data.patterns
  • Data Analysis involves inspecting, transforming, and modeling data to discover useful information
  • In data analysis, several types of graphical representations are used to visualize and interpret data
  • Match the type of graphical representation with its purpose:
    Bar Charts ↔️ Compare distinct categories
    Line Graphs ↔️ Show trends over time
    Scatter Plots ↔️ Identify relationships between variables
    Pie Charts ↔️ Represent proportions of a whole
  • When choosing an appropriate graphical representation, one key factor is the type of data
  • Steps involved in data analysis
    1️⃣ Organizing and summarizing information
    2️⃣ Applying statistical tests if necessary
    3️⃣ Drawing conclusions relevant to the research question
  • Match the type of graphical representation with its purpose:
    Bar Charts ↔️ Compare distinct categories
    Line Graphs ↔️ Show trends over time
    Scatter Plots ↔️ Identify relationships between variables
    Pie Charts ↔️ Represent proportions of a whole
  • When selecting a graphical representation, consider whether your audience is technical or non-technical.
  • Interpreting a graphical representation involves identifying key patterns and trends in the data.