Gravitational Lensing Is Caused by the Bending of Light as It

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Multiple Choice

Gravitational lensing is caused by the bending of light as it passes a massive object. Why does gravitational lensing so often involve quasars?

• A) because they are among the most massive objects known
• B) because they are all so far away
• C) because their radiation is narrowly confined to particular regions of the spectrum
• D) because astronomers can observe most quasars up off the galactic plane where they are not obscured by gas and dust

Distinguish between types of errors in hypothesis testing (Type I and Type II).

Apply hypothesis testing to real-world scenarios across various disciplines.

Analyze the results of a hypothesis test to draw appropriate conclusions.

Understand the implications of hypothesis testing on policy and decision making.

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