Based on the research information below:

1. Which statistical test would be run to test the hypothesis?

2. What data would be used in a statistical software package such as SPSS (e.g. Analyze, Descriptive Statistics, Frequencies, Variables)?

3. List steps to entering this data into SPSS.

4. What would be the Output of this statistical test?

5. What information is needed to write the results (e.g. Output, statistics)?

Hypothesis: Individuals who use social media more frequently are more likely to experience depression symptoms than individuals who do not use social media.

Variable Types: Independent Variable: social media. Using social media; not using social media. Dependent Variable: Depressive symptoms. Symptoms were experienced; symptoms were not experienced.

Sample: A broad group of adults between the ages of 18 and 50 who represent different racial and ethnic groups, gender identities, and socioeconomic backgrounds will make up the sample for this study. The most economical method of recruiting participants is through convenience sampling.

Materials: The variable "Social Media Use" was operationalized as participants' self-reported average daily time spent on various social media platforms. This continuous variable was measured in minutes per day, allowing for precise quantification of social media usage patterns. The variable "Depressive Symptoms" was measured using a depression assessment scale (e.g., PHQ-9 or BDI-II). This continuous variable represented the severity of depressive symptoms, with higher scores indicating more pronounced symptoms. Using continuous variables, the study could capture a wide range of depressive symptom severity, providing more nuanced insights into the relationship between social media use and depression. A survey was used to collect data on participants' social media use and depressive symptoms.