Statistical methods reading recommendations

A comparison of the imprecision of two methods may assist in the choice of one for routine use. Statistical comparison of values for the standard deviation using the F test (Procedure 1.2) may be used to compare not only different methods but also the results from different analysts or laboratories. Some caution has to be exercised in the interpretation of statistical data and particularly in such tests of significance. Although some statistical tests are outlined in this book, anyone intending to use them is strongly recommended to read an appropriate text on the subject. 

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