A Type I Error Occurs When a Treatment Actually Does

question 47

True/False

A Type I error occurs when a treatment actually does have an effect on the scores but the effect was not large enough to reject the null hypothesis.

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Definitions:

Itchy Eyes

A discomforting sensation around the eyes prompting a desire to rub, often caused by allergies, eye strain, or infections.

Common Cold

A viral respiratory infection causing symptoms like runny nose, sore throat, cough, and sneezing.

Influenza

A highly contagious viral infection of the respiratory passages causing fever, severe aching, and often occurring in epidemics.

Allergy

A hypersensitive immune response to a substance that is normally harmless, causing symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and swelling.