Statistical sirens: The allure of nonparametrics
January 1, 1995
Although nonparametric statistical methods have a role to play in the analysis of data, often their virtues are overstated and their deficiencies overlooked. A recent Special Feature in Ecology advocated nonparametric methods because of an erroneously stated advantage that they require no assumptions regarding the distribution underlying the observations. The present paper points out some often—ignored feature of nonparametric tests comparing two means, and advocates parameter estimation as a preferred alternative to hypothesis testing in many situations.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1995 |
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Title | Statistical sirens: The allure of nonparametrics |
DOI | 10.2307/1940733 |
Authors | Douglas H. Johnson |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Ecology |
Index ID | 1001182 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center |