Practice - Rank Correlation (Spearman's)
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Practice Questions
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What does Spearman's rank correlation measure?
💡 Hint: Think about what correlation means.
Is Spearman's correlation a parametric or non-parametric test?
💡 Hint: Remember, it does not assume normal distribution.
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What does Spearman's rank correlation coefficient assess?
💡 Hint: Focus on rank-based relationships.
If \( r_s = -0.85 \), what can be said about the relationship?
💡 Hint: Consider the strength and direction.
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You have data for the exam scores of 10 students and their respective project evaluations rated on a scale of 1-10. Calculate the Spearman's correlation coefficient and interpret the result.
💡 Hint: Ensure accurate rankings and differences calculated.
Discuss how the method of calculating Spearman's correlation might differ from Pearson's correlation when dealing with skewed data.
💡 Hint: Consider the assumptions behind each correlation method.
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