---
name: statistical-test-selector
description: Skill for selecting appropriate statistical tests for analyses
allowed-tools:
  - Read
  - Write
  - Bash
metadata:
  specialization: scientific-discovery
  domain: science
  category: Data Analysis
  skill-id: SK-SCIDISC-017
---

# Statistical Test Selector Skill

## Purpose

Select appropriate statistical tests based on data characteristics, research questions, and study design assumptions.

## Capabilities

- Assess data characteristics
- Match tests to questions
- Check assumptions
- Recommend alternatives
- Justify selections
- Document rationale

## Usage Guidelines

1. Describe research question
2. Characterize data
3. Check assumptions
4. Identify candidate tests
5. Select optimal test
6. Document rationale

## Process Integration

Works within scientific discovery workflows for:
- Analysis planning
- Methods selection
- Assumption checking
- Statistical consulting

## Configuration

- Test database
- Assumption checks
- Decision trees
- Output formatting

## Output Artifacts

- Test recommendations
- Assumption reports
- Selection rationale
- Alternative suggestions