Solving General Linear Model: Part (C) - 95% CI for Recovery Time

In summary, the design matrix of the general linear model is Y(ij) = B(o) + B(1)*x(ij) + a(i) + E(ij), where Y(ij) is the recovery time (mins), x(ij) is the operation time (mins), and B, a(1), and a(2) are parameters for the two types of anaesthetic. The anaesthetist found that the mean recovery time for patients using anaesthetic 1 is 25.53 minutes, and the 95% confidence interval for this mean is [16.0, 35.1] minutes.
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could nay one help me with part (C) in this question

"an anaesthetist is interested in comparing how quickly parients regain con-sciousness after an operation with two types of anaesthetic. it is thought that the recovery time will be related to the length of the operation so this has been includud as a covariate . the model

Y(ij) = B(o) + B(1)*x(ij) + a(i) + E(ij) , i=1,2 j=1,2...10

where Y(ij) is the recovery time (mins) , x(ij) is the operation time( mins) with the constraint a(1)=0 , a(1) realtes to anaesthetic 1 , a(2) realtes to anaesthetic 2


(a) give the design matrix of thsi general linear model with parameter vector

B= [B(0) , B(1) , a(2) ]


(b) fromt eh date the anaestetist found that

B(mean)= [11.53 , 0.70 , 3.57 ]

var(B)= 4.84 -0,23 -1,34
-0,23 0.02 -0,05
-1.34 -0.05 4.15

estimate the mean recovery time for parients whose operation time is 20 minutes using anaesthetic 1


(c) give a 95% cpnfidence interval for the mean recovery time for patients whose operation time is 20 mins using anaesthetic 1


thanks for any help given its C that i can't seem to do

thank you
 
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Answer: The 95% confidence interval for the mean recovery time for patients whose operation time is 20 mins using anaesthetic 1 can be calculated using the following formula: Mean ± (1.96*Standard Error)Mean = 11.53 + 0.7*20 + 0*3.57 = 25.53 minutes Standard Error = √(4.84 + 0.02 × 400 + 4.15 × 3.57^2) = 7.107 minutes Therefore, the 95% confidence interval for the mean recovery time for patients whose operation time is 20 mins using anaesthetic 1 is: 25.53 ± (1.96 * 7.107) = [16.0, 35.1] minutes
 

Related to Solving General Linear Model: Part (C) - 95% CI for Recovery Time

1. What is the purpose of calculating a 95% confidence interval for recovery time in a general linear model?

The purpose of calculating a 95% confidence interval for recovery time in a general linear model is to estimate the range of values within which the true population mean recovery time is likely to fall. This interval provides a measure of uncertainty and allows for more accurate interpretation of the data.

2. How is the 95% confidence interval for recovery time calculated in a general linear model?

The 95% confidence interval for recovery time is calculated by taking the sample mean recovery time and adding and subtracting the margin of error. The margin of error is determined by multiplying the standard error of the mean by the appropriate critical value from the t-distribution based on the sample size and desired confidence level.

3. What does a wider 95% confidence interval for recovery time indicate?

A wider 95% confidence interval for recovery time indicates a larger level of uncertainty in the estimate. This could be due to a smaller sample size or a larger variability in the data. It is important to consider this when interpreting the results and to acknowledge the potential limitations of the study.

4. How does changing the confidence level affect the 95% confidence interval for recovery time?

Changing the confidence level will change the critical value used to calculate the margin of error, and thus, will affect the width of the 95% confidence interval for recovery time. A higher confidence level will result in a wider interval, while a lower confidence level will result in a narrower interval.

5. Can the 95% confidence interval for recovery time be used to determine statistical significance?

No, the 95% confidence interval for recovery time is used to estimate the range of values within which the true population mean recovery time is likely to fall. It is not used to determine statistical significance. To determine significance, other statistical tests such as t-tests or ANOVA should be used.

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