When critically appraising a study,the researcher understands that the data analysis process involves the management of numerical data and the statistical analysis of these data to produce study results.Which statement is true regarding the steps of the data analysis process?
A) Researchers always use computers for data analysis.
B) Researchers present as complete a picture of the sample as possible in their report.
C) Researchers need to report the validity of the measurement methods used in their study.
D) Researchers typically do not indicate whether outliers are identified during data analysis.

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Researchers present as complete a picture of the sample as possible in their research report.Except in very small studies,researchers almost always use computers for data analyses.Researchers need to report the reliability of the measurement methods used in their study.Researchers usually indicate whether outliers are identified during data analysis and how these were managed.

When Critically Appraising a Study,the Researcher Understands That the Data