Definition

1. Noun:
   • A method of analyzing or representing statistical data: A systematic, mathematical approach used to examine, summarize, or visualize data collected from a sample or population.
   • A procedure for calculating a statistic: A specific, step-by-step computational process used to derive a single numerical value (a statistic) that describes some characteristic of a dataset.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The researcher chose an appropriate statistical procedure to test her hypothesis.
  • Applying the correct statistical procedure is crucial for valid results.
  • This statistical procedure involves calculating the mean and standard deviation.

Advanced Usage

• "to apply a statistical procedure": To use a specific method for data analysis.
  • You must apply the correct statistical procedure to avoid errors in interpretation.
• "the choice of a statistical procedure": The selection of a particular analytical method.
  • The choice of a statistical procedure depends on the type of data and the research question.

Variants and Related Words

• Statistical method (n): Often used synonymously with "statistical procedure" to refer to a technique for data analysis.
  • Different statistical methods are used for different types of variables.
• Statistical test (n): A specific type of statistical procedure used to make inferences or test hypotheses.
  • A t-test is a common statistical test for comparing means.

Synonyms

• Analytical technique: A method for breaking down and examining data.
• Computational method: A procedure involving calculation, often with data.

Related Phrases

• Carry out a statistical procedure: To execute or perform the steps of the analysis.
  • The software makes it easy to carry out this statistical procedure.
• Validate a statistical procedure: To check that a method is sound and appropriate.
  • It is important to validate the statistical procedure before relying on its results.

Noun

1. a method of analyzing or representing statistical data; a procedure for calculating a statistic