This document discusses regression analysis and its application in hydrology. It begins by defining regression as a statistical technique used to determine the functional relationship between two variables. Simple linear regression finds the best fit linear equation to describe the relationship between a dependent and independent variable. Regression can be used to predict outcomes, describe relationships, and control for variables. The document provides examples of applying regression to predict erosion based on wave height data. It explains how to calculate the regression equation and error term.
This document discusses regression with frailty in survival analysis using the Cox proportional hazards model. It introduces survival analysis concepts like the hazard function and survival function. It then describes how to incorporate frailty, a random effect, into the Cox model to account for clustering in survival times. The Newton-Raphson method is used to estimate model parameters by maximizing the penalized partial likelihood. A simulation study applies this approach to data on infections in kidney patients.
Correlation and regression analysis are statistical methods used to determine if a relationship exists between variables and describe the nature of that relationship. A scatter plot graphs the independent and dependent variables and allows visualization of any trends in the data. The correlation coefficient measures the strength and direction of the linear relationship between variables, ranging from -1 to 1. Regression finds the linear "best fit" line that minimizes the residuals and can be used to predict dependent variable values.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Water is a finite resource that exists in both freshwater and seawater forms. As the global population has grown, the demand for water has far exceeded the available supply. Agriculture accounts for 67% of global water usage, mostly for irrigation. Industry uses 21% globally, a percentage expected to rise with developing countries' economic growth. Domestic water usage makes up 10% but varies greatly between countries. Surface water and aquifers are the main sources, but overuse is causing issues like declining water tables and seawater contamination in some areas. Water poverty is linked to overall poverty, as lack of access to clean water hampers development and quality of life.
The document discusses correlation and linear regression. It defines Pearson and Spearman correlation as statistical techniques to measure the relationship between two variables. Pearson correlation measures the linear association between interval variables, while Spearman correlation measures statistical dependence between two variables using their rank order. Linear regression finds the best fit linear relationship between a dependent and independent variable to predict changes in one based on the other. The key assumptions and interpretations of correlation coefficients and regression lines are also covered.
The document provides information about river characteristics and landforms. It describes key features of drainage basins such as tributaries, watersheds and confluences. It explains the changes that occur along a river's long profile from upper to middle to lower course, including differences in gradient, erosion processes and landforms. Specific features of the upper course like interlocking spurs and waterfalls are also outlined. The formation of meanders and oxbow lakes in the middle course through erosion and deposition is detailed.
Binary Logistic Regression Classification makes use of one or more predictor variables that may be either continuous or categorical to predict target variable classes. This technique identifies important factors impacting the target variable and also the nature of the relationship between each of these factors and the dependent variable. It is useful in the analysis of multiple factors influencing an outcome, or other classification where there two possible outcomes.
This document discusses regression analysis and its application in hydrology. It begins by defining regression as a statistical technique used to determine the functional relationship between two variables. Simple linear regression finds the best fit linear equation to describe the relationship between a dependent and independent variable. Regression can be used to predict outcomes, describe relationships, and control for variables. The document provides examples of applying regression to predict erosion based on wave height data. It explains how to calculate the regression equation and error term.
This document discusses regression with frailty in survival analysis using the Cox proportional hazards model. It introduces survival analysis concepts like the hazard function and survival function. It then describes how to incorporate frailty, a random effect, into the Cox model to account for clustering in survival times. The Newton-Raphson method is used to estimate model parameters by maximizing the penalized partial likelihood. A simulation study applies this approach to data on infections in kidney patients.
Correlation and regression analysis are statistical methods used to determine if a relationship exists between variables and describe the nature of that relationship. A scatter plot graphs the independent and dependent variables and allows visualization of any trends in the data. The correlation coefficient measures the strength and direction of the linear relationship between variables, ranging from -1 to 1. Regression finds the linear "best fit" line that minimizes the residuals and can be used to predict dependent variable values.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Water is a finite resource that exists in both freshwater and seawater forms. As the global population has grown, the demand for water has far exceeded the available supply. Agriculture accounts for 67% of global water usage, mostly for irrigation. Industry uses 21% globally, a percentage expected to rise with developing countries' economic growth. Domestic water usage makes up 10% but varies greatly between countries. Surface water and aquifers are the main sources, but overuse is causing issues like declining water tables and seawater contamination in some areas. Water poverty is linked to overall poverty, as lack of access to clean water hampers development and quality of life.
The document discusses correlation and linear regression. It defines Pearson and Spearman correlation as statistical techniques to measure the relationship between two variables. Pearson correlation measures the linear association between interval variables, while Spearman correlation measures statistical dependence between two variables using their rank order. Linear regression finds the best fit linear relationship between a dependent and independent variable to predict changes in one based on the other. The key assumptions and interpretations of correlation coefficients and regression lines are also covered.
The document provides information about river characteristics and landforms. It describes key features of drainage basins such as tributaries, watersheds and confluences. It explains the changes that occur along a river's long profile from upper to middle to lower course, including differences in gradient, erosion processes and landforms. Specific features of the upper course like interlocking spurs and waterfalls are also outlined. The formation of meanders and oxbow lakes in the middle course through erosion and deposition is detailed.
Binary Logistic Regression Classification makes use of one or more predictor variables that may be either continuous or categorical to predict target variable classes. This technique identifies important factors impacting the target variable and also the nature of the relationship between each of these factors and the dependent variable. It is useful in the analysis of multiple factors influencing an outcome, or other classification where there two possible outcomes.
The Colorado River has its source in the Rocky Mountains and flows 1000km to the Gulf of California. It experiences high peak discharge in mid-May when snowmelt from the mountains enters the river. Discharge then steadily decreases through the summer and fall as temperatures rise and precipitation lessens. The steep terrain of the mountains means precipitation reaches the river channel quickly via surface runoff. Dams along the Colorado River, including the Hoover Dam, control and store water, altering the natural flow regime.
The document discusses river channel processes and landforms, including:
1. River processes like erosion, transportation, and deposition shape landforms through sediment movement.
2. Velocity and discharge impact a river's ability to erode, transport, or deposit materials based on the Hjulström curve.
3. Meanders, floodplains, and deltas are examples of landforms formed by fluvial erosion and deposition that impact human settlements.
Riverbank erosion is a major natural hazard in Bangladesh that affects millions of people annually. The erosion destroys farmland, homes, and infrastructure as the major rivers like the Jamuna, Ganges, and Padma migrate and change course. Specific areas along these rivers experience erosion rates of up to 1,600 meters per year. The erosion displaces many families and has significant socioeconomic impacts, including loss of livelihoods, debt, unemployment, and the creation of impoverished refugee populations. Whole communities are sometimes forced to relocate multiple times due to the unpredictable shifting of the river channels.
This presentation summarizes a case study on riverbank erosion hazards and vulnerabilities in Sirajganj District, Bangladesh. It introduces the topic by explaining the importance of rivers and defining erosion. It then outlines some of the key problems caused by erosion, including demographic impacts, economic issues, and biodiversity loss. The presentation reviews relevant literature on erosion impacts and sediment discharge patterns in the Jamuna River. It describes the study area of Sirajganj District and methodology used, which includes primary data collection through surveys and observations and secondary data analysis. Finally, it lists the possible outcomes of the study, such as identifying ways to reduce erosion, determining factors influencing erosion rates, and reviewing policies related to erosion.
Mighty river systems of bangladesh and their impact on severe floods in bangl...Jahangir Alam
Mighty river systems of Bangladesh and their impact on severe floods in Banglades:
River Systems
Mighty River Systems of Bangladesh
Impact of River Systems in Flood
Flood in Bangladesh
Bangladesh is a country of rivers. The environment and livelihood of 160 million people is largely dependent on rivers and its resources. There are around 230 rivers which occupy about 7 percent of the total land area of Bangladesh.
The Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna (GBM) river basin is a transboundary river basin with a total area of just over 1.7 million km2, distributed between India (64 percent), China (18 percent), Nepal (9 percent), Bangladesh (7 percent) and Bhutan (3 percent).
The River Systems of
Bangladesh:
Major 3 river systems are:
The Brahmaputra-Jamuna
The Ganges-Padma and
The Meghna [surma-kusiara]
Total River number = 230
River comes from India = 54
River comes from Myanmar = 03
Correlation and Regression Analysis using SPSS and Microsoft ExcelSetia Pramana
This document discusses correlation and linear regression analysis. It covers correlation coefficients, linear relationships between variables, assumptions of linear regression, and using SPSS and Excel to conduct correlation and regression analyses. Pearson and Spearman correlation coefficients are introduced as measures of the linear association between two continuous variables. Simple and multiple linear regression models are explained as tools to predict an outcome variable from one or more predictor variables.
Landslides are mass wasting processes that occur on steep slopes when layers of rock or soil become oversaturated and slide down the slope. They can be triggered by both natural causes like heavy rainfall as well as human activities like deforestation. Landslides have significant hazardous effects as they can destroy infrastructure like roads, railways, and buildings as well as agricultural land. They can also cause loss of life. Several parts of India, especially in the northern and northeastern regions, are susceptible to landslides. Prevention methods include controlling drainage, grading slopes, and using retaining walls and vegetation to increase slope stability.
Sampling is used in geography because it is often impossible or impractical to measure entire populations. Carefully selecting representative samples can provide results close to what would be found by measuring everything. There are different sampling methods that can introduce bias, such as random, stratified, and systematic sampling. The sample size depends on factors like available time and resources, with larger samples providing better quality results. There is a formula that can calculate the required sample size needed to achieve a desired level of accuracy and confidence in the results.
Morphometric analysis is the quantitative analysis of various characteristics of drainage basins based on parameters such as length, area, and relief. It involves categorizing parameters into linear, areal, and relief aspects to understand the geological structure, geomorphology, and hydrology of a basin. Common morphometric parameters studied include stream order, bifurcation ratio, stream number, length ratio, drainage density, texture ratio, and relief-related indices. Analyzing these parameters helps in watershed management and identifying groundwater potential and flood risks. While morphometric analysis provides quantitative insights, over-quantification without original thoughts and difficulties in precise measurements must be kept in mind.
The document outlines a proposed action plan for the WAAPP-Nigeria project to innovate the Nigerian agricultural seeds sector. It analyzes national seed requirements and current inventories, identifying deficits. Constraints to the seed sector are documented and solutions proposed. Strategies are recommended for seed multiplication under WAAPP-Nigeria, along with action plans and a roadmap for sustainable production. The role of WAAPP-Nigeria and WASP in the roadmap is indicated. Distribution and pricing of current seed stocks produced by NARIs under WAAPP-Nigeria is also addressed.
1) A river's potential energy comes from its height above sea level, while its kinetic energy comes from its movement. As a river flows through a channel, some energy is lost to friction with the bed.
2) A river's velocity and discharge (volume of water) vary based on the cross-sectional area and velocity of flow. Discharge is affected by changes in flow during floods and dry periods.
3) The roughness of a river bed affects how much friction is created between the water and bed, impacting the river's velocity and discharge. Manning's equation can be used to calculate discharge based on factors like slope, roughness, and cross-sectional area.
Drainage pattern and their significanceAvinashAvi110
The document discusses drainage patterns, their classification, and significance. It outlines different types of drainage patterns including dendritic, trellis, rectangular, parallel, and radial patterns. Drainage patterns are influenced by factors like slope, rock type, geologic structures, climate, and geomorphic history. Improper drainage can lead to flooding while well-developed drainage increases water storage and supplies, supports irrigation, and affects groundwater potential and sustainability. Different drainage patterns reveal information about the underlying geology.
Stream capture, also known as river capture or stream piracy, is the process where a river or stream redirects its flow and starts flowing into another river's drainage basin instead of continuing into its own basin. This can occur where two drainage basins are separated by an erosion-resistant divide that is breached by headward erosion of one of the streams. Once the divide is breached, the stream will capture the tributaries of the neighboring basin and divert its entire flow into the new course. Stream capture events can result in changes to drainage patterns over time.
Runoff is that portion of the rainfall or irrigation water which leaves a field either as surface or as subsurface flow. When rainfall intensity reaching the soil surface is less than the infiltration capacity, all the water is absorbed in to the soil. As rain continues, soil becomes saturated and infiltration capacity is reduced, shallow depression begins to fill with water, then the overland flow starts as runoff.
Boundary conditions in groundwater modelingBijit Banik
This document discusses the influence of different boundary conditions on groundwater models using MODFLOW. It describes three main types of boundaries: 1) Dirichlet (prescribed hydraulic head), 2) Neumann (prescribed flux), and 3) Cauchy (semi-permeable or head-dependent flux). Examples are given of each boundary type and how they are commonly applied. The steps to build a simple MODFLOW model in GMS are then outlined, including setting the grid, properties, boundaries, wells, and running the simulation.
The Chi-Square test of independence is used to determine if two categorical variables are independent or dependent. It examines if understanding one variable depends on the other. The test calculates an observed versus expected frequency for each cell. If the Chi-Square value exceeds the critical value, the null hypothesis of independence is rejected, indicating a dependent relationship. The document provides an example comparing education level and news source, finding the variables are dependent based on a significant Chi-Square value.
This document describes a simple linear regression analysis to model the relationship between the number of followers on Twitter (response variable) and years since joining Twitter, number of tweets, photos/videos posted, and people followed (predictor variables) for the top 40 most followed Twitter accounts. The analysis found that years since joining had the strongest linear relationship with followers. The regression equation estimated followers would increase by 12.52 million for each additional year on Twitter. Residual analyses found the model fit the data well although the residuals were not normally distributed.
The document discusses Spearman's rank correlation coefficient, a nonparametric measure of statistical dependence between two variables. It assumes values between -1 and 1, with -1 indicating a perfect negative correlation and 1 a perfect positive correlation. The steps involve converting values to ranks, calculating the differences between ranks, and determining if there is a statistically significant correlation based on the test statistic and critical values. An example calculates Spearman's rho using rankings of cricket teams in test and one day international matches.
Uji Kruskal-Wallis digunakan untuk menguji apakah beberapa sampel independen berasal dari populasi yang sama atau berbeda dengan melihat perbedaan rerata peringkat antar sampel. Uji ini merupakan perluasan dari uji Mann-Whitney U. Contoh menggunakan uji Kruskal-Wallis untuk menguji perbedaan kejelasan cetak tiga merek printer dengan menghitung statistik H berdasarkan peringkat skor kejelasan cetak setiap printer
The Colorado River has its source in the Rocky Mountains and flows 1000km to the Gulf of California. It experiences high peak discharge in mid-May when snowmelt from the mountains enters the river. Discharge then steadily decreases through the summer and fall as temperatures rise and precipitation lessens. The steep terrain of the mountains means precipitation reaches the river channel quickly via surface runoff. Dams along the Colorado River, including the Hoover Dam, control and store water, altering the natural flow regime.
The document discusses river channel processes and landforms, including:
1. River processes like erosion, transportation, and deposition shape landforms through sediment movement.
2. Velocity and discharge impact a river's ability to erode, transport, or deposit materials based on the Hjulström curve.
3. Meanders, floodplains, and deltas are examples of landforms formed by fluvial erosion and deposition that impact human settlements.
Riverbank erosion is a major natural hazard in Bangladesh that affects millions of people annually. The erosion destroys farmland, homes, and infrastructure as the major rivers like the Jamuna, Ganges, and Padma migrate and change course. Specific areas along these rivers experience erosion rates of up to 1,600 meters per year. The erosion displaces many families and has significant socioeconomic impacts, including loss of livelihoods, debt, unemployment, and the creation of impoverished refugee populations. Whole communities are sometimes forced to relocate multiple times due to the unpredictable shifting of the river channels.
This presentation summarizes a case study on riverbank erosion hazards and vulnerabilities in Sirajganj District, Bangladesh. It introduces the topic by explaining the importance of rivers and defining erosion. It then outlines some of the key problems caused by erosion, including demographic impacts, economic issues, and biodiversity loss. The presentation reviews relevant literature on erosion impacts and sediment discharge patterns in the Jamuna River. It describes the study area of Sirajganj District and methodology used, which includes primary data collection through surveys and observations and secondary data analysis. Finally, it lists the possible outcomes of the study, such as identifying ways to reduce erosion, determining factors influencing erosion rates, and reviewing policies related to erosion.
Mighty river systems of bangladesh and their impact on severe floods in bangl...Jahangir Alam
Mighty river systems of Bangladesh and their impact on severe floods in Banglades:
River Systems
Mighty River Systems of Bangladesh
Impact of River Systems in Flood
Flood in Bangladesh
Bangladesh is a country of rivers. The environment and livelihood of 160 million people is largely dependent on rivers and its resources. There are around 230 rivers which occupy about 7 percent of the total land area of Bangladesh.
The Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna (GBM) river basin is a transboundary river basin with a total area of just over 1.7 million km2, distributed between India (64 percent), China (18 percent), Nepal (9 percent), Bangladesh (7 percent) and Bhutan (3 percent).
The River Systems of
Bangladesh:
Major 3 river systems are:
The Brahmaputra-Jamuna
The Ganges-Padma and
The Meghna [surma-kusiara]
Total River number = 230
River comes from India = 54
River comes from Myanmar = 03
Correlation and Regression Analysis using SPSS and Microsoft ExcelSetia Pramana
This document discusses correlation and linear regression analysis. It covers correlation coefficients, linear relationships between variables, assumptions of linear regression, and using SPSS and Excel to conduct correlation and regression analyses. Pearson and Spearman correlation coefficients are introduced as measures of the linear association between two continuous variables. Simple and multiple linear regression models are explained as tools to predict an outcome variable from one or more predictor variables.
Landslides are mass wasting processes that occur on steep slopes when layers of rock or soil become oversaturated and slide down the slope. They can be triggered by both natural causes like heavy rainfall as well as human activities like deforestation. Landslides have significant hazardous effects as they can destroy infrastructure like roads, railways, and buildings as well as agricultural land. They can also cause loss of life. Several parts of India, especially in the northern and northeastern regions, are susceptible to landslides. Prevention methods include controlling drainage, grading slopes, and using retaining walls and vegetation to increase slope stability.
Sampling is used in geography because it is often impossible or impractical to measure entire populations. Carefully selecting representative samples can provide results close to what would be found by measuring everything. There are different sampling methods that can introduce bias, such as random, stratified, and systematic sampling. The sample size depends on factors like available time and resources, with larger samples providing better quality results. There is a formula that can calculate the required sample size needed to achieve a desired level of accuracy and confidence in the results.
Morphometric analysis is the quantitative analysis of various characteristics of drainage basins based on parameters such as length, area, and relief. It involves categorizing parameters into linear, areal, and relief aspects to understand the geological structure, geomorphology, and hydrology of a basin. Common morphometric parameters studied include stream order, bifurcation ratio, stream number, length ratio, drainage density, texture ratio, and relief-related indices. Analyzing these parameters helps in watershed management and identifying groundwater potential and flood risks. While morphometric analysis provides quantitative insights, over-quantification without original thoughts and difficulties in precise measurements must be kept in mind.
The document outlines a proposed action plan for the WAAPP-Nigeria project to innovate the Nigerian agricultural seeds sector. It analyzes national seed requirements and current inventories, identifying deficits. Constraints to the seed sector are documented and solutions proposed. Strategies are recommended for seed multiplication under WAAPP-Nigeria, along with action plans and a roadmap for sustainable production. The role of WAAPP-Nigeria and WASP in the roadmap is indicated. Distribution and pricing of current seed stocks produced by NARIs under WAAPP-Nigeria is also addressed.
1) A river's potential energy comes from its height above sea level, while its kinetic energy comes from its movement. As a river flows through a channel, some energy is lost to friction with the bed.
2) A river's velocity and discharge (volume of water) vary based on the cross-sectional area and velocity of flow. Discharge is affected by changes in flow during floods and dry periods.
3) The roughness of a river bed affects how much friction is created between the water and bed, impacting the river's velocity and discharge. Manning's equation can be used to calculate discharge based on factors like slope, roughness, and cross-sectional area.
Drainage pattern and their significanceAvinashAvi110
The document discusses drainage patterns, their classification, and significance. It outlines different types of drainage patterns including dendritic, trellis, rectangular, parallel, and radial patterns. Drainage patterns are influenced by factors like slope, rock type, geologic structures, climate, and geomorphic history. Improper drainage can lead to flooding while well-developed drainage increases water storage and supplies, supports irrigation, and affects groundwater potential and sustainability. Different drainage patterns reveal information about the underlying geology.
Stream capture, also known as river capture or stream piracy, is the process where a river or stream redirects its flow and starts flowing into another river's drainage basin instead of continuing into its own basin. This can occur where two drainage basins are separated by an erosion-resistant divide that is breached by headward erosion of one of the streams. Once the divide is breached, the stream will capture the tributaries of the neighboring basin and divert its entire flow into the new course. Stream capture events can result in changes to drainage patterns over time.
Runoff is that portion of the rainfall or irrigation water which leaves a field either as surface or as subsurface flow. When rainfall intensity reaching the soil surface is less than the infiltration capacity, all the water is absorbed in to the soil. As rain continues, soil becomes saturated and infiltration capacity is reduced, shallow depression begins to fill with water, then the overland flow starts as runoff.
Boundary conditions in groundwater modelingBijit Banik
This document discusses the influence of different boundary conditions on groundwater models using MODFLOW. It describes three main types of boundaries: 1) Dirichlet (prescribed hydraulic head), 2) Neumann (prescribed flux), and 3) Cauchy (semi-permeable or head-dependent flux). Examples are given of each boundary type and how they are commonly applied. The steps to build a simple MODFLOW model in GMS are then outlined, including setting the grid, properties, boundaries, wells, and running the simulation.
The Chi-Square test of independence is used to determine if two categorical variables are independent or dependent. It examines if understanding one variable depends on the other. The test calculates an observed versus expected frequency for each cell. If the Chi-Square value exceeds the critical value, the null hypothesis of independence is rejected, indicating a dependent relationship. The document provides an example comparing education level and news source, finding the variables are dependent based on a significant Chi-Square value.
This document describes a simple linear regression analysis to model the relationship between the number of followers on Twitter (response variable) and years since joining Twitter, number of tweets, photos/videos posted, and people followed (predictor variables) for the top 40 most followed Twitter accounts. The analysis found that years since joining had the strongest linear relationship with followers. The regression equation estimated followers would increase by 12.52 million for each additional year on Twitter. Residual analyses found the model fit the data well although the residuals were not normally distributed.
The document discusses Spearman's rank correlation coefficient, a nonparametric measure of statistical dependence between two variables. It assumes values between -1 and 1, with -1 indicating a perfect negative correlation and 1 a perfect positive correlation. The steps involve converting values to ranks, calculating the differences between ranks, and determining if there is a statistically significant correlation based on the test statistic and critical values. An example calculates Spearman's rho using rankings of cricket teams in test and one day international matches.
Uji Kruskal-Wallis digunakan untuk menguji apakah beberapa sampel independen berasal dari populasi yang sama atau berbeda dengan melihat perbedaan rerata peringkat antar sampel. Uji ini merupakan perluasan dari uji Mann-Whitney U. Contoh menggunakan uji Kruskal-Wallis untuk menguji perbedaan kejelasan cetak tiga merek printer dengan menghitung statistik H berdasarkan peringkat skor kejelasan cetak setiap printer
The Kruskal-Wallis H test is a nonparametric procedure used to compare more than two populations in a completely randomized design. It ranks all measurements jointly and uses the sum of ranks for each sample to compare distributions. The document provides steps to conduct a Kruskal-Wallis test: state the null and alternative hypotheses, rank all measurements jointly, calculate rank sums for each sample, use a test statistic to determine if there are differences between distributions, and reject the null hypothesis if the test statistic exceeds the critical value. An example compares achievement test scores across four teaching techniques using this procedure.
This document provides information about standard deviation and how to calculate it using highway fatality data from 1999-2001 as an example. It defines standard deviation and the steps to take, which are to find the mean, calculate the deviation of each value from the mean, square the deviations, sum the squared deviations, divide the sum by the number of values, and take the square root of the result. Applying these steps to the fatality data, the mean is calculated to be 41,890.67 and the standard deviation is calculated to be 43,980.2.
The Kruskal-Wallis test is a non-parametric analogue to a one-way ANOVA test used to compare differences between two or more independent groups when the dependent variable is measured on an ordinal scale or when the distribution is skewed. It works by ranking the data and estimating differences in ranks among the groups. For example, it could be used to test for differences in student preference for watching rugby (measured on a scale from strong dislike to strong like) between freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors. A significant Kruskal-Wallis result should then be followed up with post-hoc non-parametric tests to determine where the differences between groups occur.
Null hypothesis for Kruskal Wallis TestKen Plummer
A pizza café owner wants to determine how much inventory is needed during different seasons based on which players (football, basketball, or soccer) eat more pizza slices. The document provides an example null hypothesis for a Kruskal-Wallis test comparing the median number of slices eaten by each player group. It then presents a problem comparing advertising effectiveness for 3 brands and asks the reader to state the corresponding null hypothesis.
The document provides instructions for performing the Mann-Whitney U test and the Chi-squared test. The Mann-Whitney U test can be used to compare two independent groups when the dependent variable is either ordinal or continuous. It involves ranking all observations from both groups together and comparing the sums of the ranks from each group. The Chi-squared test determines if there is a significant association between two categorical variables. It involves calculating expected frequencies and comparing them to observed frequencies using a Chi-squared distribution. Examples are given for performing both tests and interpreting their results.
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The document discusses how to use a chi-squared (x2) test to examine differences between observed and expected frequencies of categorical data. It provides guidelines for when a chi-squared test is appropriate, how to perform the calculation, and how to interpret the results. A case study example is presented of a student analyzing questionnaire responses about the 2012 Olympics using a chi-squared test to determine if response frequencies differed significantly between demographic groups.
1. Statistics is used to analyze data beyond what can be seen in maps and diagrams by using mathematical manipulation, which can reveal patterns that may otherwise go unnoticed.
2. It is important to justify any statistical techniques used and to only use techniques that are appropriate for the type of data.
3. Common methods for summarizing large data sets include calculating the mean, mode, and median. The mean is the average, the mode is the most frequent value, and the median is the middle value when the data is arranged from lowest to highest.
The chi-square test is used to determine if an observed frequency distribution differs from an expected theoretical distribution. It can test goodness of fit, independence of attributes, and homogeneity. The test involves calculating chi-square by taking the sum of the squares of the differences between observed and expected frequencies divided by expected frequencies. For the test to be valid, certain conditions must be met regarding sample size, expected frequencies, independence, and randomness. The test has some limitations such as not measuring strength of association and being unreliable with small expected frequencies.
This document provides instructions for calculating and interpreting Spearman's rank correlation coefficient. It begins with an example comparing pedestrian counts and convenience shops in 12 town zones. Tables are constructed to rank the data and calculate differences between ranks. The equation for Spearman's rank is shown and applied to the example data, yielding a value of 0.888. This indicates a fairly positive relationship between pedestrian counts and shops. Critical values tables are presented to determine statistical significance based on the sample size. In this case, the value exceeds thresholds for 95% and 99% confidence, showing a highly significant relationship.
A slight edit on Prioryman's excellent Spearman ppt - adds in the idea of sample and chance to complete the picture - not much improvement possible on this well done ppt. I'd highlight the need for a minimum sample size of 15 though.
This document provides instructions for performing the Wilcoxon Signed Rank test, a non-parametric statistical test that can be used as an alternative to the paired t-test when the data is not normally distributed. It outlines the 7 steps to conduct the test: 1) form the null and alternative hypotheses, 2) choose the significance level, 3) calculate the differences between pairs of observations, 4) rank the differences and assign signs, 5) calculate the test statistic, 6) find the critical value, 7) make a decision to reject or fail to reject the null hypothesis based on a comparison of the test statistic and critical value. The Wilcoxon Signed Rank test allows analysis of whether two related samples have the same median without
Variance and standard deviation are measures of spread used to describe the shape of distributions associated with the mean. While two distributions may have the same mean, their variance and standard deviation can show that they have very different shapes. To calculate variance and standard deviation, you first find the deviation of each value from the mean, square the deviations, and sum them. You then divide the sum by n-1 to get the variance, and take the square root of the variance to find the standard deviation.
Correlation describes the relationship between two variables that vary together. Positive correlation means both variables increase or decrease together, while negative correlation means one increases as the other decreases. Correlation is useful for comparing relationships precisely, testing if a correlation is statistically significant rather than due to chance, and summarizing the strength of relationships with a correlation coefficient. However, correlation does not prove that one variable causes changes in the other. Spearman's rank correlation calculates a coefficient (rs) to summarize the strength and direction of relationships between variables. It involves ranking paired data, calculating differences between ranks, and using a formula to determine rs and test for statistical significance compared to chance.
Correlation describes the relationship between two variables that vary together. Positive correlation means both variables increase or decrease together, while negative correlation means one increases as the other decreases. Correlation is useful for comparing relationships precisely, testing if correlations are statistically significant rather than due to chance, and summarizing the strength and direction of relationships with a correlation coefficient. However, correlation does not prove that one variable causes changes in the other.
This document contains instructions for a mathematics exam, including:
- The exam consists of multiple choice, true/false, and short answer questions worth a total of 100 points.
- No books, notes, or calculators with CAS or QWERTY keyboards are allowed. Cell phones may not be used.
- The multiple choice section includes 8 questions worth 5 points each.
- The true/false section includes 15 statements worth 15 points total.
- Three short answer questions are each worth 15 points.
The document provides additional information on correlation analysis. It discusses various examples of correlation between variables like sugar consumption and activity level. It explains the characteristics of a relationship such as the direction, form, and degree of correlation. Correlations can be used for prediction, validity, and reliability. The document also discusses the difference between correlation and causation. It then provides examples to test the reader's understanding of correlation through multiple choice questions. Finally, it covers topics like probable error, coefficient of correlation, coefficient of determination, Spearman's rank correlation method, and concurrent deviation method for calculating correlation.
The document discusses problem-solving agents and their approach to solving problems. Problem-solving agents (1) formulate a goal based on the current situation, (2) formulate the problem by defining relevant states and actions, and (3) search for a solution by exploring sequences of actions that lead to the goal state. Several examples of problems are provided, including the 8-puzzle, robotic assembly, the 8 queens problem, and the missionaries and cannibals problem. For each problem, the relevant states, actions, goal tests, and path costs are defined.
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- OLS finds the coefficients that make the prediction errors as small as possible. It does this by minimizing the sum of squared errors between the predicted and actual y-values.
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Week 4 Lecture 12 Significance Earlier we discussed co.docxcockekeshia
Week 4 Lecture 12
Significance
Earlier we discussed correlations without going into how we can identify statistically
significant values. Our approach to this uses the t-test. Unfortunately, Excel does not
automatically produce this form of the t-test, but setting it up within an Excel cell is fairly easy.
And, with some slight algebra, we can determine the minimum value that is statistically
significant for any table of correlations all of which have the same number of pairs (for example,
a Correlation table for our data set would use 50 pairs of values, since we have 50 members in
our sample).
The t-test formula for a correlation (r) is t = r * sqrt(n-2)/sqrt(1-r2); the associated degrees
of freedom are n-2 (number of pairs – 2) (Lind, Marchel, & Wathen, 2008). For some this might
look a bit off-putting, but remember that we can translate this into Excel cells and functions and
have Excel do the arithmetic for us.
Excel Example
If we go back to our correlation table for salary, midpoint, Age, Perf Rat, Service, and
Raise, we have:
Using Excel to create the formula and cell numbers for our key values allows us to
quickly create a result. The T.dist.2t gives us a p-value easily.
The formula to use in finding the minimum correlation value that is statistically
significant is r = sqrt(t^2/(t^2 + n-2)). We would find the appropriate t value by using the
t.inv.2T(alpha, df) with alpha = 0.05 and df = n-2 or 48. Plugging these values into the gives us
a t-value of 2.0106 or 2.011(rounded).
Putting 2.011 and 48 (n-2) into our formula gives us a r value of 0.278; therefore, in a
correlation table based on 50 pairs, any correlation greater or equal to 0.278 would be
statistically significant.
Technical Point. If you are interested in how we obtained the formula for determining
the minimum r value, the approach is shown below. If you are not interested in the math, you
can safely skip this paragraph.
t = r* sqrt(n-2)/sqrt(1-r2)
Multiplying gives us t *sqrt (1- r2) = r2* (n-2)
Squaring gives us: t2 * (1- r2) = r2* (n-2)
Multiplying out gives us: t2– t2* r2 = n r2-2* r2
Adding gives us: t2= n* r2-2*r2+ t2 *r2
Factoring gives us t2= r2 *(n -2+ t2)
Dividing gives us t2 / (n -2+ t2) = r2
Taking the square root gives us r = sqrt (t2 / (n -2+ t2)
Effect Size Measures
As we have discussed, there is a difference between statistical and practical
significance. Virtually any statistic can become statistically significant if the sample is large
enough. In practical terms, a correlation of .30 and below is generally considered too weak to be
of any practical significance. Additionally, the effect size measure for Pearson’s correlation is
simply the absolute value of the correlation; the outcome has the same general interpretation as
Cohen’s D for the t-test (0.8 is strong, and 0.2 is quite weak, for example) (Tanner & Youssef-
Morgan, 2013).
Spearman’s Rank Correlation
Another typ.
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This Presentation course will help you in understanding the Machine Learning model i.e. Generalized Linear Models for classification and regression with an intuitive approach of presenting the core concepts
BUS 308 Week 4 Lecture 3 Developing Relationships in Exc.docxShiraPrater50
BUS 308 Week 4 Lecture 3
Developing Relationships in Excel
Expected Outcomes
After reading this lecture, the student should be able to:
1. Calculate the t-value for a correlation coefficient
2. Calculate the minimum statistically significant correlation coefficient value.
3. Set-up and interpret a Linear Regression in Excel
4. Set-up and interpret a Multiple Regression in Excel
Overview
Setting up correlations and regressions in Excel is fairly straightforward and follows the
approaches we have seen with our previous tools. This involves setting up the data input table,
selecting the tools, and inputting information into the appropriate parts of the input window.
Correlations
Question 1
Data set-up for a correlation is perhaps the simplest of any we have seen. It involves
simply copying and pasting the variables from the Data tab to the Week 4 worksheet. Again,
paste them to the right of the question area. The screenshot below has the data for both the
question 1 correlation and the question 2 multiple regression pasted them starting at column V.
You can paste all the data at once or add the multiple regression variables later (as long as you
do not sort the original data).
Specifically, for Question 1, copy the salary data to column V (for example). Then copy
the Midpoint thru Service columns and paste them next to salary. Finally copy the Raise column
and paste it next to the service column. Notice that our data input range for this question now
includes Salary in Column V and the other interval level variables found in Columns W thru AA.
Question 1 asks for the correlation among the interval/ratio level variables with salary
and says to exclude compa-ratio. For our example, we will correlation compa-ratio with the
other interval/ratio level variables with the exclusion of salary. Since compa-ratio equals the
salary divided by the midpoint, it does not seem reasonable to use salary in predicting compa-
ratio or compa-ratio in predicting salary.
Pearson correlations can be performed in two ways within Excel. If we have a single pair
of variables we are interested in, for example compa-ratio and performance rating, we could use
the fx (or Formulas) function CORREL(array1, array2) (note array means the same as range) to
give us the correlation.
However, if we have several variables we want to correlate at the same time, it is more
effective to use the Correlation function found in the Analysis ToolPak in the Data Analysis tab.
Set up of the input data for Correlation is simple. Just ensure that all of the variables to be
correlated are listed together, and only include interval or ratio level data. For our data set, this
would mean we cannot include gender or degree; even though they look like numerical data the 0
and 1 are merely labels as far as correlation is concerned.
In the Correlation data input box shown below, list the entire data range, indicate if your
dat ...
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1. How and why to use Spearman’s Rank… If you have done scattergraphs, Spearman’s Rank offers you the opportunity to use a statistical test to get a value which can determine the strength of the relationship between two sets of data…
2. So how do we do it? This is the equation, and looks complicated, so let’s think carefully about how we can do this… The best way to do this would be through an example. If we were looking at Settlement patterns for a town’s CBD in Geography, we may wish to compare aspects of the town, such as whether the number of people in a zone affect the type of shops that locate there (i.e. – convenience shops) To do this, we would construct a table as shown overleaf… In the above, r s refers to the overall value or rank The equation has to be done before the value is taken away from 1 In the above equation, the sign means ‘the total of’ d 2 is the first thing we will try to establish in our ranked tables (see next slides) ‘ n’ refers to the number of sites or values you will process – so if there were there 15 river sites, ‘n’ would be 15 . If there were 20 pedestrian count zones, ‘n’ would be 20 , and so on…
3. 1. Here we have laid out a table of each of the twelve zones in a town 2. Pedestrian counts for each zone here 3. Number of Convenience shops for each zone here 4. We now need to rank the data (two highlighted columns)– this is shown overleaf 22 70 12 19 64 11 6 21 10 7 24 9 8 27 8 4 19 7 3 18 6 7 12 5 15 60 4 5 25 3 2 8 2 8 40 1 D2 Difference (d) Rank (r) Convenience shops Rank Pedestrians Zone
4. You will see here that on this example, the pedestrian counts have been ranked from highest to Lowest, with the Highest value (70) Being ranked as Number 1 , the Lowest value (8) Being ranked as Number 12. 22 1 70 12 19 2 64 11 6 8 21 10 7 7 24 9 8 5 27 8 4 9 19 7 3 10 18 6 7 11 12 5 15 3 60 4 5 6 25 3 2 12 8 2 8 4 40 1 D2 Difference (d) Rank (r) Convenience shops Rank Pedestrians Zone
5. So that was fairly easy… We need to now do the next column for Convenience shops too. But hang on! Now we have a problem… We have two values that are 8, so what do we do? The next two ranks would be 4 and 5 ; we add the two ranks together and divide it by two . So these two ranks would both be called 4.5 1 22 1 70 12 2 19 2 64 11 6 8 21 10 7 7 24 9 8 5 27 8 4 9 19 7 3 10 18 6 7 11 12 5 3 15 3 60 4 5 6 25 3 2 12 8 2 8 4 40 1 D2 Difference (d) Rank (r) Convenience shops Rank Pedestrians Zone
6. This is normally the point where one of the biggest mistakes is made. Having gone from 4.5 , students will often then rank the next value as 5 . But they can’t! Why not? Because we have already used rank number 5 ! So we would need to go to rank 6 This situation is complicated further by the fact that the next two ranks are also tied. So we do the same again – add ranks 6 and 7 and divide it by 2 to get 6.5 1 22 1 70 12 2 19 2 64 11 6 8 21 10 6.5 7 7 24 9 4.5 8 5 27 8 4 9 19 7 3 10 18 6 6.5 7 11 12 5 3 15 3 60 4 5 6 25 3 2 12 8 2 4.5 8 4 40 1 D2 Difference (d) Rank (r) Convenience shops Rank Pedestrians Zone
7. Having ranked both sets of data we now need to work out the difference (d) between the two ranks. To do this we would take the second rank away from the first . This is demonstrated on the next slide 1 1 2 2 8 8 6.5 7 4.5 5 10 9 11 10 6.5 11 3 3 9 6 12 12 4.5 4 Rank (r) Rank
8. The difference between the two ranks has now been established So what next? We need to square each of these d values… Don’t worry if you have any negative values here – when we square them ( multiply them by themselves ) they will become positives 0 1 22 1 70 12 0 2 19 2 64 11 0 8 6 8 21 10 0.5 6.5 7 7 24 9 0.5 4.5 8 5 27 8 -1 10 4 9 19 7 -1 11 3 10 18 6 4.5 6.5 7 11 12 5 0 3 15 3 60 4 -3 9 5 6 25 3 0 12 2 12 8 2 -0.5 4.5 8 4 40 1 Difference (d) Rank (r) Convenience shops Rank Pedestrians Zone
11. Firstly, let’s remind ourselves of the equation... In this equation, we know the total of d 2 , which is 32 So the top part of our equation is… 6 x 32 We also know what ‘n’ is (the number of sites or zones - 12 in this case), so the bottom part of the equation is… (12x12x12) - 12
12. We can now do the equation… 6 x 32 12 3 - 12 192 1716 OK – so this gives us a figure of 0.111888111888 Is that us finished? Sadly not!
13. This is the equation, which we will by now be sick of! I have circled the part of the equation that we have done… Remember that we need to take this value that we have calculated away from 1. Forgetting to do this is probably the second biggest mistake that people make! So… 1 – 0. 111888111888 = 0.888
14. So we have our Spearman’s Rank figure….But what does it mean? -1 0 +1 0.888 Your value will always be between -1 and +1 in value. As a rough guide, our figure of 0.888 demonstrates there is a fairly positive relationship. It suggests that where pedestrian counts are high, there are a high number of convenience shops Should the figure be close to -1, it would suggest that there is a negative relationship, and that as one thing increases, the other decreases.
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16. 1. This is a critical values table and the ‘n’ column shows the numbers of sites or zones you have studied. In our case, we looked at 12 zones. 2. If look across we can see there are two further columns – one labelled 0.05 , the other 0.01. The first, 0.05 means that if our figure exceeds the value , we can be sure that 95 times in 100 the figures occurred because a relationship exists, and not because of pure chance The second, 0.01 , means that if our figure exceeds this value, we can be sure that 99 times in 100 the figures occcurred because a relationship exists, and did not occur by chance. We can see that in our example our figure of 0.888 exceeds the value of 0.591 at the 0.05 level and also comfortably exceeds value at the 0.01 level too. 0.478 0.364 30 0.496 0.377 28 0.515 0.392 26 0.537 0.409 24 0.562 0.428 22 0.591 0.45 20 0.625 0.475 18 0.665 0.506 16 0.715 0.544 14 0.777 0.591 12 0.01 level 0.05 level N
17. In our example above, we can see that our figure of 0.888 exceeds the values at both the 95% and 99% levels. The figure is therefore highly significant
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19. We can therefore conclude that this figure is strongly significant and that pedestrian counts and the number of convenience shops are clearly rated