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Historically, data analysis and statistics were limited to individuals who could perform the computations, usually by hand with a slide rule. Modern computers have made the computation straightforward. However, knowing “what tests to use,” “how to use them,” and “how to interpret them” still requires an intensive understanding. This chapter addresses the tools available in modern software to accomplish visualization and computation, focusing primarily on advanced uses of Excel, Minitab, and “R.”
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Fabri, P.J. (2016). Software for Analytics. In: Measurement and Analysis in Transforming Healthcare Delivery. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-40812-5_3
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