As a Preliminary Step in Its Product Testing, a Fast

question 73

Multiple Choice

As a preliminary step in its product testing, a fast food chain has two small groups (4 teenagers, 6 older adults) sample the item and "grade" it on "taste." According to the data below, what is the value of an appropriate nonparametric test statistic to determine if the two groups differ in opinion?
GLOBAL : Please place the table above the answers

• A)9
• B)10
• C)11
• D)12
• E)13

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Definitions:

Survey

A research method used for collecting data from a predefined group of respondents to gain information and insights on various topics of interest.

Experiment

A scientific procedure undertaken to test a hypothesis, involving manipulation of one or more variables to measure their effect on certain outcomes.

Debate

A formal discussion on a specific topic where opposing arguments are put forward by individuals or teams.

Statistical Inference

The process of using data from a sample to make estimates or test hypotheses about the characteristics of a population.