What Does It Mean to Say That "P

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Multiple Choice

What does it mean to say that "p < .05"?

• A) The correlation between two variables is very low, almost random.
• B) The probability that the experiment was done correctly is less than 5%.
• C) Fewer than 5% of all scientists agree with the theory.
• D) The probability of getting such a pattern of results by accident is less than 5%.

Determine the adequacy of sample sizes for specific margins of error and confidence levels.

Apply the concept of standard error in the context of margin of error and confidence interval calculations.

Evaluate the impact of changes in sample size on the margin of error and vice versa.

Identify the appropriate sample size for achieving desired confidence levels and margins of error in polling and survey contexts.

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Definitions:

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