A Two-Stage Bayesian Sequential Assessment of Exploratory Hypotheses

Separating confirmatory and exploratory analyses is vital for ensuring the credibility of research results. Here, we present a two-stage Bayesian sequential procedure that combines maximum freedom in first stage with strictly regimen second stage. It allows flexible sampling schemes statistically coherent carry-over information from to We believe this will facilitate preregistration as well formulation precise hypotheses field psychology can be integrated elegantly into registered report publishing framework. demonstrate methodology simulated application example social neuroscience.