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Shapiro–Wilk test

Shapiro–Wilk test The Shapiro–Wilk test is a statistical test used to check whether a set of data fits a normal distribution.

The Shapiro–Wilk test is a statistical test used to check whether a set of data fits a normal distribution. In research, it can help determine whether assumptions of normality are violated when choosing how to analyze data.

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