Preparing data for analysis : from raw to ready /
"This book focuses on the process of preparing raw data for analysis--commonly known as data cleaning. It covers a range of topics including data compilation, variable naming and labeling, data examination, and variable re-coding and transformations, among others. Author Bianca Manago discusses...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Thousand Oaks, California :
Sage,
[2026]
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| Series: | Quantitative applications in the social sciences ;
no. 07-199. |
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| Summary: | "This book focuses on the process of preparing raw data for analysis--commonly known as data cleaning. It covers a range of topics including data compilation, variable naming and labeling, data examination, and variable re-coding and transformations, among others. Author Bianca Manago discusses best practices for data preparation and analysis, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing transparency, best practices for writing script files, and file naming and organization."--Publisher's website. |
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| Physical Description: | xxv, 197 pages : illustrations, charts ; 22 cm |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 183-192) and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781071919569 1071919563 |