Biostatistics
This is the average value of a dataset, calculated by summing all observations and dividing by their number
Mean
The ethical principle requires researchers to minimize harm and maximize benefits to participants
Beneficence
Before deciding methods or collecting data, this step ensures your study is based on what's already known and what gaps still exist?
Reviewing literature
You want to compare the mean hemoglobin levels between two independent groups of patients - one recieving drug A and another receiving drug B. The data is normally distributed. Which statistical test should you use?
Unpaired (Independent) t test
This document created after World War 2 laid down the foundation for ethical principles in research involving humans
Nuremberg Code
This type of variable is the outcome or effect that is measured in a study
Dependent Variable
This statistical measure describes how much two variables change together and is the basis for correlation
Covariance
According to the Belmont Report,these are the three fundamentals ethical, principles guiding human research
Respect for persons, Beneficence and Justice
This term refers to the extent to which the results of a study can be generalized to other settings or populations
External Validity