SPSS statistical analysis

Author: Wang Subin
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Publish Date: 2003-06-01
Features: This book is specifically designed to introduce the excellent statistical analysis software package—SPSS. Compared to previous versions, SPSS11.0 for Windows offers a better interface, more comprehensive help, and more extensive functionality. It is widely used in various social groups, enterprises, and government agencies. The book consists of 12 chapters, primarily focusing on the application of SPSS in economic management. The content includes SPSS11.0 for Windows and economic statistics, data collection and the establishment of data files, data management, descriptive statistics and basic statistical analysis, statistical inference and hypothesis testing, non-parametric tests, regression analysis, cluster analysis, discriminant analysis, ranking analysis, factor analysis, and correlation analysis. While introducing statistical analysis methods, the book also covers the theoretical foundations of statistics to enhance readers' understanding. Additionally, it provides examples to illustrate the statistical methods, which is a major feature of the book. Another highlight is the comprehensive and in-depth exploration of SPSS's applications in analysis of variance and regression, making it easier for readers to master these highly commonly used statistical methods. The book also provides detailed explanations of the new features added to SPSS. Emphasizing the combination of theory and practice, the book is rich in content and offers extensive examples, making it suitable not only for economics and management majors but also as a self-study textbook for professionals working in statistical analysis in fields such as healthcare, agriculture, forestry, and engineering technology. It can also serve as a teaching resource for faculty and students in relevant university disciplines.