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Exploratory Data Analysis
INTRODUCTION
Exploratory data analysis (EDA) was created by John Tukey for visually
analyzing data as a basis for forming hypotheses and to help determine
which methodologies should be used (Tukey, 1977).
Key Points
• EDA is used to form a hypothesis and visualize data.
• Conrmation testing should be performed aer EDA has identied
a potential root cause.
Procedure
Step 1: Collect data and then graphically display the data using one or
more of the EDA methods. Display the data according to time, loca-
tion, or any other potentially relevant factor.
Step 2: Perform conrmation testing.
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