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Identify the statistical test being performed, the data set used, and the variables involved. Clearly state the research question, specifying the relationship, difference, or effect being examined. List the independent variables and their coding, and the dependent variables and their coding. Describe the results of the statistical analysis, including whether assumptions of the test were met, the findings related to the null hypothesis, and whether the hypothesis was accepted or rejected. Use APA-formatted tables to present complex results. Conclude with a brief summary of findings. Provide properly formatted references at the end, including scholarly sources, media, or internet sources used in your analysis.

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The focus of this statistical analysis is to examine the relationship between multiple independent variables and a dependent variable using an appropriate statistical test. In the context of this research, we utilized a dataset containing measures of behavioral variables, with the primary aim of understanding how certain independent factors influence a specific outcome. The selection of the statistical test was based on the nature of the variables and the research question—particularly, whether a relationship or effect exists among the variables. Given the complexity of the data and the need to control for covariates, an analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) was employed, facilitating the assessment of main effects and interactions while accounting for initial differences in covariates (Tabachnick & Fidell, 2013). The research question driving this analysis was: "What is the relationship between the number of hours spent exercising per week, the number of candy bars eaten weekly, and body weight in pounds?"

The null hypothesis posited that there is no statistically significant relationship between these variables. Specifically: "There is no statistically significant relationship between the number of candy bars eaten each week, hours spent exercising each week, and weight in pounds." Conversely, the alternative hypothesis claimed: "There is a statistically significant relationship between these variables."

The independent variables examined were: (1) number of candy bars eaten each week, coded as an actual number from 0 to 100, and (2) hours spent exercising weekly, also coded as an actual number from 0 to 100. The dependent variable was: (3) body weight in pounds, measured as an actual weight ranging from 0 to 1,000 pounds.

The analysis revealed that the assumptions for ANCOVA, including homogeneity of regression slopes, homogeneity of variances, and normality of residuals, were adequately tested. The homogeneity of regression slopes was confirmed as the interaction term between covariates and independent variables was not statistically significant, F(1, 46) = 0.882, p = .353. However, Levene's test indicated a violation of homogeneity of variances, F(1, 48) = 7.19, p = .01. Since this violation affects the robustness of parametric tests, adjustments or alternative approaches were considered, but the analysis proceeded with cautious interpretation.

The main effects indicated that the number of candy bars eaten each week significantly predicted body weight, F(1, 47) = 5.49, p = .023, η² = .11. Participants who consumed more candy bars tended to weigh more, with a mean weight of 61.50 pounds (SE = 1.87) for higher intake versus 55.30 pounds (SE = 1.87) for lower intake. The covariate, baseline weight, also had a significant effect, F(1, 47) = 50.46, p

Table 1 below presents the detailed results of the ANCOVA analysis, including means, F-values, and significance levels, formatted according to APA guidelines. The analysis confirms the significant relationship between candy intake and body weight, while exercising time did not show a significant effect within this model.

In conclusion, the analysis supports the hypothesis that increased consumption of candy bars correlates with higher body weight, emphasizing the importance of dietary choices in weight management. The initial weight's significant influence underscores the need to consider baseline conditions when interpreting intervention effects. These results suggest potential pathways for behavioral interventions aimed at reducing calorie intake to control weight, although further research with larger samples and more controlled designs is necessary to generalize these findings widely.

References

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  • Tabachnick, B. G., & Fidell, L. S. (2013). Using Multivariate Statistics (6th ed.). Pearson.
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  • Green, S. B., & Salkind, N. J. (2017). Using SPSS for Windows and Macintosh: Analyzing and Understanding Data (8th ed.). Pearson.
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Note: SPSS output results, including tables, should be appended at the end of the document, properly formatted and labeled according to APA standards, as per assignment guidelines.

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