)How Do You Reduce the Probability of Committing a Type $\alpha$

question 12

Multiple Choice

) How do you reduce the probability of committing a Type I error?

• A)reduce \(\alpha\)
• B)increase \(\alpha\)
• C)use a two-tailed test
• D)increase the rejection region

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Definitions:

Nitrites

Nitrites are chemical compounds that can be used as food preservatives or can occur naturally, but in high amounts can be harmful.

Urinary Tract Infection

An infection in any part of the urinary system, often caused by bacteria.

Specific Gravity

The ratio of the density of a substance to the density of a reference substance, often water, indicating its relative heaviness.

Alkaline

Having a pH greater than 7, indicating a substance's basicity or lack of acidity.