Which of the Following Could Be Described as a Null

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could be described as a null hypothesis for testing the link between academic attainment of secondary school pupils studying for GCSEs and hours of independent study completed by each student?

• A)The number of hours of independent study has no effect upon academic attainment.
• B)The more hours of independent study completed,the greater the academic attainment.
• C)The more hours of independent study completed,the lower the academic attainment.
• D)Independent study improves academic attainment.

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Definitions:

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Initial Impairment Assessment

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Intangible Asset

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