Question
Research Methodology and Methods Question on Qualitative and Quantitative Research
You are conducting a survey research study on the relationship between student study habits and academic performance. You collect data on the number of hours each student studies per week and their final exam grades. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate statistical test to analyze this relationship?
A
Chi-square test
B
Correlation analysis
C
T-test
D
One-way ANOVA
Answer
T-test
Explanation
Solution
The T-test is used to determine if there is a statistically significant difference between the means of two groups. In this case, comparing the study habits (hours studied) and academic performance (grades).