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Differences Between Independent and Dependent Samples

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Explain the difference between independent samples and dependent samples. Classify the following as independent or dependent samples:

Weights of identical twins

The effectiveness of two different brands of ibuprofen

Effect of a new training program on time taken to complete a task, measured by a "before" and "after" test

Test scores of a group of students on a math test and a biology test.

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The differences between independent and dependent samples are explained. Four scenarios are determined as independent or dependent samples.

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The difference between the independent and the dependent samples is that when using dependent samples, all sample in the ...

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