A 99% Confidence Interval for the Mean $\mu$ Of a Normal Population When the Standard Deviation

question 16

Multiple Choice

A 99% confidence interval for the mean $\mu$ of a normal population when the standard deviation $\sigma$ is known is found to be 98.6 to 118.4. If the confidence level is reduced to .95, the confidence interval for $\mu$

• A) becomes wider
• B) becomes narrower
• C) remains unchanged
• D) None of the above answers are correct.

Comprehend the implications of different types of government expenditures.

Calculate the effect of changes in tax rates on income and government revenue.

Distinguish between progressive, proportional, and regressive tax systems.

Understand the economic consequences of government borrowing.

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