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please answer the statistic question below.

The dataset attached contains the results of an experiment studying the effect of vitamin C on tooth growth in 60 Guinea pigs. Each animal received one of three dose levels of vitamin C (0.5, 1, and 2 mg/day) by one of two delivery methods, orange juice or ascorbic acid (a form of vitamin C).

Research question: Is there a significant difference in tooth growth among guinea pigs using different types of vitamin C supplements (orange juice or ascorbic acid)?

Based on the output answers attached, Answer the following questions:

Based on the Shapiro-Wilks test, is the data normally distributed? Explain.

Should you rely on the t-test output information or the Mann-Whitney U output? Explain.

  • What is the p value? 
  • Is it significant based on an alpha of .05?
  • Write out your interpretation in your own words based on the Intellectus output
  • Answer the research question.
  • Please remember to use citations for at least two (2) references within 5yrs old
  • The following textbook Chapter 11 may help with this discussion question

Kim, M., Mallory, C. & Valerio, T. (2022). Statistics for evidence-based practice in nursing (3rd ed.). Jones & Barlett Learning.