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Nonparametric Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Nonparametric Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences

by M. Kraska-MIller
December 2013
Intermediate to advanced content levelIntermediate to advanced
260 pages
8h 14m
English
Chapman and Hall/CRC
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6 Nonparametric Statistics for Social and Behavioral Sciences
study theories such as achievement motivation, other researchers conduct
applied research studies to ascertain whether a specic motivational tech-
nique will work in practice with a certain group of individuals.
1.3.2 Applied Research
The purpose of applied studies is to solve some immediate or impending
problem. Like basic research, applied research is also based on empirical
evidence. The difference between the two approaches is that basic research
uses the evidence to support theories and applied research uses the evidence
to enhance practice. The results of applied research are used to improve prac-
tices, policies, and programs. For example, counselors seek ways to improve
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