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Present summary descriptive statistics for demographic variables (age, gender, weight, height) at baseline, for the group as a whole and by diet
(2) What are the findings from the statistical test (pre vs post) to see if weight has been lost across the group as a whole?
(3) What are the findings from the statistical test to determine which of the 3 diets was best for losing weight?
(4) What are the findings from the statistical test to see whether there are gender differences for weight lost?
SECTION A

Write up the findings and present data that addresses the objectives of the research study (above). You should present data in the style of a results section in a journal article (500 words). Tables and Figures form part of the word count and should be included within the text. You should interpret the findings (e.g. for statistical significance) but do not need to discuss the wider context. You will be given an exemplar article in week 10 that you should use as a guide for how to present results for an academic audience.

SECTION B

This should demonstrate your theoretical and practical understanding about the analytical processes and statistical techniques drawing on examples from your analysis in section A to illustrate your points. You should demonstrate understanding of the following concepts and processes (700 words). I suggest the use of sub-headings. You will also produce a Harvard reference list to support this section.

• Understanding of probability and statistical significance
• How to choose statistical tests and theory about the tests
• Assumptions underlying parametric and non-parametric tests
• Levels of measurement