If an Economist Wishes to Determine Whether There Is Evidence

question 20

Multiple Choice

If an economist wishes to determine whether there is evidence that mean family income in a community exceeds $50,000

• A)either a one-tail or two-tail test could be used with equivalent results.
• B)a one-tail test should be utilized.
• C)a two-tail test should be utilized.
• D)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Regulatory Organization

An entity established by a government to regulate specific activities, industries, or professions.

Public Market

A transparent and regulated marketplace where securities, commodities, and other financial instruments are traded.

Journal Entry

A record in accounting that represents a transaction where debit and credit balance totals are equal.

Cash/Short-Term Securities

Liquid assets that include currency on hand and demand deposits, as well as investments with maturities of three months or less at the time of acquisition.