A Type II Error Is an Error Made in a Significance

question 58

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A Type II error is an error made in a significance test when the researcher rejects the null hypothesis when it is actually true.

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Public Interests

The welfare or well-being of the general public; often considered a guiding principle for governmental policy.

Pluralism Theory

The belief that power is distributed among various groups in society, allowing for a multiplicity of views and interests to coexist.

Lobbyists

Individuals or groups who attempt to influence legislators or government officials on behalf of a specific cause or policy interest.

Federal Government

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