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Using a Correlation Test for Normality
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A test for normality is described that takes advantage of the independence of the average X-bar and sample standard deviation for normal distribution. The test is not sensitive to symmetrical nonnormal distributions. Probability paper is considered as a tool for use with the test when specifically testing for normality.
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- Keywords: Correlation,X-bar control charts,Goodness of fit,Normal distribution,Standard deviation
- Author: Fang, Jengjung; Case, Kenneth E.
- Journal: Journal of Quality Technology