In a study in which scores on a math test are being used as a dependent variable, the researcher discovers that the scores are positively skewed. This violates the assumption of normality for the t-test that the researcher planned to use
The best solution for the researcher is to
A) not use the t-test because the results may not be valid.
B) use another test that does not have the same assumptions.
C) check if the t-test is robust to violations of normality.
D) prorate the data so it fits a normal curve.
Answer: C
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