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Basic Question 2 of 2

When do we use a nonparametric test?

I. The distribution of the underlying population is unknown.
II. The data is in the form of rankings.
III. We want to test the randomness of the sample.

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thekapila randomness of sample is good point
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Learning Outcome Statements

compare and contrast parametric and nonparametric tests, and describe situations where each is the more appropriate type of test

CFA® 2025 Level I Curriculum, Volume 1, Module 8.