Biostatistics By Muhammad Ibrahim May 2026

The data is continuous (LDL values). The groups are "before" and "after" on the same patients.

| Research Question | Type of Data | Suggested Test (Ibrahim’s Choice) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Compare means between 2 groups | Continuous, Normal | Independent T-test | | Compare means between 3+ groups | Continuous, Normal | ANOVA (Analysis of Variance) | | Compare proportions (e.g., cured vs. not cured) | Categorical | Chi-square (χ²) Test | | Measure strength of relationship | Continuous (Both variables) | Pearson Correlation | | Predict a disease outcome | Binary (Yes/No) | Logistic Regression | | Compare before/after treatment | Continuous, Paired | Paired T-test | biostatistics by muhammad ibrahim

If you are a medical student, public health practitioner, or clinical researcher, do not ignore biostatistics. Pick up a copy of Biostatistics by Muhammad Ibrahim today. Start with the first chapter (Introduction to Data Types), and work through the problems. You will find that what once seemed like a daunting jungle of numbers transforms into a clear, logical path toward scientific truth. Have you studied Biostatistics by Muhammad Ibrahim? Share your experiences or questions about specific chapters in the comments below. For more resources on medical research methodology, stay tuned to our series on Evidence-Based Practice. The data is continuous (LDL values)