The application of statistical methods in csR research

The application of statistical methods in csR research

Christopher Boachie, George K Amoako

Christopher Boachie and George K. Amoako intRodUction statistics represents that body of methods by which characteristics of a population are inferred through observations made in a representative sample from that population. since scientists rarely observe entire populations, sampling and statistical inference are essential. the purpose of the chapter was to examine the role of statistical methods in corporate social responsibility (csR) research. statistical methods are designed to detect and measure relationships and effects in situations where results cannot be identically replicated because of natural variability in the measurements of interest. they are generally used as an intermediate step between anecdotal evidence and the determination of causal explanations. statistical methods play a major role in making appropriate conclusions from those studies. statistical methods most often play an important role in …

2017

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