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Exploratory Data Analysis--Examining Single Distributions.

Authors :
Verran, Joyce A.
Ferketich, Sandra L.
Source :
Western Journal of Nursing Research. Feb87, Vol. 9 Issue 1, p142. 8p.
Publication Year :
1987

Abstract

Describes exploratory data analysis procedures that are used to examine single variable distributions. Stem-and-leaf display technique; Usefulness of the quantile or Q-plot on the initial examination of the data; Median hinge number summary; Box plots technique.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01939459
Volume :
9
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Western Journal of Nursing Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
6236895
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/019394598700900113