06 Paired Samples t-Tests in SPSS – SPSS for Beginners

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8 Dec 201707:50

Summary

TLDRThis video from the RStats Institute at Missouri State University is the sixth in a series on SPSS for beginners, focusing on the paired samples t-test. It explains how to compare two related means, such as before-and-after measurements, using a within-subjects design. The video demonstrates the process in SPSS, including setting up the test, interpreting the output, and understanding the significance of the t-value and p-value. It also clarifies the concept of confidence intervals and the importance of accurate measurement despite the example's limitations.

Takeaways

  • 📚 The video is part of a series on SPSS for Beginners by the RStats Institute at Missouri State University, focusing on comparing two means from the same sample in a within-subjects design.
  • 🔍 The method demonstrated is the paired samples t-test, used to compare two related means, such as before and after measurements on the same group of subjects.
  • 📈 The example provided involves a flawed comparison between height in inches and weight in pounds, illustrating the importance of using comparable measurement scales.
  • 📊 To perform a paired samples t-test in SPSS, one must select the appropriate variables and follow the steps under Analyze -> Compare Means -> Paired Samples t-Test.
  • 📝 The output of the test includes descriptive statistics, correlation coefficient, and inferential statistics, with the latter being the focus for determining statistical significance.
  • 🔢 The t-value, degrees of freedom, and p-value are critical in the inferential statistics table to assess whether the means are significantly different.
  • 🚫 A significant result is indicated by a t-value greater than the critical value from the t-distribution table, a p-value less than .05, and a confidence interval that does not cross zero.
  • 🔄 The negative t-value signifies that the second group's mean is higher than the first, but the sign does not affect the interpretation of the results.
  • 📉 The confidence interval provides a range where the mean difference is likely to fall 95% of the time, offering a more certain but less precise measure than the mean difference itself.
  • 🔄 Reversing the order of variables in the t-test does not change the output significantly, except for the direction of the confidence interval and the sign of the t-value.
  • 📝 For a proper application of the paired samples t-test, it is recommended to watch additional videos from the RStats Institute for a deeper understanding of statistical theory, test setup, result interpretation, and APA style reporting.

Q & A

  • What is the focus of the sixth video in the SPSS for Beginners series from the RStats Institute?

    -The focus of the sixth video is to demonstrate how to compare two means from two measurements of the same sample using a paired samples t-test in SPSS, which is also known as a within-subjects design or a repeated measures design.

  • What is a paired samples t-test used for in SPSS?

    -A paired samples t-test in SPSS is used to compare two related means, such as in a before-and-after design, where the same sample is measured twice under different conditions.

  • How is the data set in the video example structured for the paired samples t-test?

    -The data set in the video example has a single sample measured twice, which could be a before-and-after scenario or two different measurements of the same group, such as height and weight.

  • What is the fundamental flaw in comparing height and weight as demonstrated in the video?

    -The fundamental flaw in the example is that height is measured in inches and weight in pounds, which means two completely different measurement scales are being compared.

  • What is the correct approach to measure the effect of a calorie-restricted diet on weight?

    -The correct approach would be to measure the weight before starting the diet and then again six weeks later to see if there has been weight loss.

  • What are the steps to perform a paired samples t-test in SPSS according to the video?

    -The steps are to go to Analyze -> Compare Means -> Paired Samples t-Test, select the variables to compare, and then click OK to run the test.

  • What does the first table in the SPSS output of a paired samples t-test show?

    -The first table contains descriptive statistics for each variable, including the mean, sample size, standard deviation, and standard error of the mean.

  • Why is the correlation coefficient displayed in the output, even though it's not needed immediately?

    -The correlation coefficient is displayed because it will be used later when calculating the effect size, which provides additional insight into the strength of the relationship between the two variables.

  • How can you determine if the means from the paired samples t-test are statistically significantly different?

    -You can determine if the means are statistically significantly different by checking if the t-value is greater than the critical value from the Student's t Table, if the p-value is less than .05, or if the 95% confidence interval does not cross zero.

  • What does the negative t-value in the example indicate?

    -The negative t-value indicates that the second group (in this case, weight) had a higher mean than the first group (height). The sign of the t-value does not affect the interpretation of the results.

  • What is the purpose of a confidence interval in the context of a paired samples t-test?

    -A confidence interval provides a range in which the mean difference is likely to fall 95% of the time, indicating the level of certainty around the mean difference while accounting for potential variability in the data.

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