Statistical Guides: Concepts Underlying the Design of Experiments
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Dated: March 2000
Author: Statistical Services Centre
A booklet giving guidance on the key concepts of experimental design.
Part of a series of statistical guides by The University of Reading Statistical Services Centre, which were originally written as part of a contract with DFID to give guidance to research and support staff working on DFID Natural Resources projects. They provide guidelines for staff involved in the development and presentation of research projects. The guidelines are intended to help researchers to identify their biometric or statistical needs.
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Concepts_Underlying_Design_Of_Experiments.pdf
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