A researcher wants to compare NCLEX scores for students from ADN and BSN programs in two states. The most appropriate statistical test for this situation would be

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In this situation, the researcher is simultaneously considering the effects of two independent variables (state and type of program), so factorial ANOVA is the correct response. Chi-squared examines the relationship between two nominal-level variables. An independent t-test examines mean performance for two unrelated groups.

A Researcher Wants to Compare NCLEX Scores for Students from ADN