The Two Statements Below Refer to an Alpha Level

question 42

Multiple Choice

The two statements below refer to an alpha level.Which statement is TRUE?
I.An alpha level of .05 must always be used as the cut-off for determining
Statistical significance.
II.An alpha level of .05 is a well-accepted,yet arbitrary level for determining
Statistical significance.

• A)I is true
• B)II is true

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Definitions:

Encoding

The initial process of converting information into a form that can be stored in memory.

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The process of getting information out of memory storage to be used in response to a cue or question.

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The ability to analyze information objectively, evaluate arguments and evidence, and make reasoned judgments and decisions.

Encoding

The act of altering information into a state that can be preserved in memory.