The Level of Significance in Hypothesis Testing Is the Probability

question 49

Multiple Choice

The level of significance in hypothesis testing is the probability of _____.

• A) accepting a true null hypothesis
• B) accepting a false null hypothesis
• C) rejecting a true null hypothesis
• D) accepting a true null hypothesis, accepting a false null hypothesis, or rejecting a true null hypothesis, depending on the situation

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Definitions:

Environmental Assessment

An evaluation process that examines the environmental impact of a proposed project or action before proceeding.

Scoping

The process of determining and documenting the aims, objectives, and boundaries of a project, including what is and is not included in the work.

EIS

Environmental Impact Statement, a document prepared to describe the effects for proposed activities on the environment.

NEPA

The National Environmental Policy Act, a U.S. law that mandates federal agencies to assess the environmental effects of their proposed actions prior to making decisions.