A_____ Is a Numerical Quantity Computed from the Data

question 167

Multiple Choice

A_____ is a numerical quantity computed from the data of a sample and is used in reaching a decision on whether or not to reject the null hypothesis.

• A)significance level
• B)critical value
• C)test statistic
• D)parameter

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Definitions:

Decision Table

A tabular means of analyzing decision alternatives and states of nature.

Payoff Table

A decision-making tool that outlines the outcomes of different decisions under various states of nature, helping in analyzing potential payoffs.

Maximin Criterion

A decision rule used in statistics and game theory that focuses on maximizing the minimum payoff or outcome attainable, often applied under conditions of uncertainty.

Expected Value of Perfect Information (EVPI)

A concept in decision theory that represents the maximum amount a decision-maker would be willing to pay for having perfect information before making a decision, highlighting the value of removing all uncertainty.