Standard Practice for Dealing With Outlying Observations

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English

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24-06-2021

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American Society for Testing and Materials

1.1This practice covers outlying observations in samples and how to test the statistical significance of outliers.

1.2The system of units for this standard is not specified. Dimensional quantities in the standard are presented only as illustrations of calculation methods. The examples are not binding on products or test methods treated.

1.3This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.4This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

Committee	E 11
DocumentType	Standard Practice
Pages	11
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM E 178 : 2016 : REV A

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