New Nonparametric Test Recommended for More Accurate Statistical Inferences
The article suggests that psychologists should use Brunner-Munzel’s test instead of Mann-Whitney’s U test as the default nonparametric procedure. Mann-Whitney’s test can lead to incorrect results when a key assumption is violated, which is common in psychology studies. Brunner-Munzel’s test is shown to provide accurate results even when this assumption is not met, making it a better choice for analyzing data in psychology research.