The median test should be used when:
A)We have more than two variables.
B)We have a nominal dichotomous independent variable and a severely skewed dependent variable that is at the ordinal, interval or ratio level of measurement.
C)We have a nominal dichotomous independent variable and a normally distributed dependent variable that is at the ordinal, interval or ratio level of measurement.
D)We want to compare sample proportions on a single variable to proportions known to exist in the broader population.

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The median test is a nonparametric test used when we have a nominal dichotomous independent variable and a severely skewed dependent variable that is at the ordinal, interval or ratio level of measurement. It compares the medians of the two groups and does not assume normality or equal variances. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

The Median Test Should Be Used When