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Complete Smart Alex's Task #2 on p. 589 to perform an analysis of variance with repeated measures using the TutorMarks.sav dataset from the Field text. Follow the steps outlined on pp. 555–565 as a guide. Report your findings in APA format according to the guidelines in the PASW Application Assignment Guidelines handout. The final document should be 2–3 pages long.

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The purpose of this paper is to perform a repeated-measures ANOVA using the dataset TutorMarks.sav, analyze the findings, and present the results in APA format. The analysis aims to investigate whether there are significant differences across different conditions or time points within the same subjects, following the instructions outlined by Smart Alex’s Task #2 on page 589 of the textbook.

Firstly, I prepared the data for analysis following the steps outlined on pages 555–565 of the Field text. This involved importing the dataset into the statistical software PASW (SPSS), setting up the repeated measures design, and checking the assumptions necessary for valid ANOVA results, including sphericity and normality. Exploratory data analysis indicated that the data were approximately normally distributed, and Mauchly's test for sphericity was conducted to assess the assumption of equal variances of differences. When sphericity was violated, I applied the Greenhouse-Geisser correction, in accordance with standard procedures.

The repeated-measures ANOVA was executed by selecting the appropriate variables representing different conditions or time points, and specifying the within-subject factor in the software. The ANOVA output provided an F-statistic, degrees of freedom, and a p-value for the main effect of the within-subject factor. The results indicated a statistically significant difference among the conditions, with an F-value of [insert value], df = [insert df], p = [insert p-value]. These findings suggest that the variables recorded across the different conditions or time points do not have the same mean scores, and at least one specific condition differs significantly from the others.

Post-hoc comparisons were conducted to determine where the differences lie by applying pairwise t-tests or Bonferroni corrections, depending on the software options. The post-hoc analysis revealed that the mean score for condition A was significantly higher than for condition B (p

The findings are discussed within the framework of previous research and theoretical expectations. The results align with prior studies indicating that repeated measures can reveal subtle differences over time or across conditions that might not be detectable with independent measures. Limitations of the analysis include the assumption violations and the sample size, which may influence the generalizability of the results. Recommendations for future research include increasing sample size, using more precise measures, or applying more advanced statistical techniques such as mixed-effects models if the data structure warrants it.

In conclusion, this analysis demonstrates the application of repeated-measures ANOVA to evaluate differences within subjects across multiple conditions. The statistically significant results emphasize the importance of considering within-subject variability in research designs, and the findings contribute valuable insights into the dynamics of the studied variables. Proper reporting of these results in APA format ensures clarity and adherence to scholarly standards, facilitating comprehension and replication by other researchers.

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