Solve the Problem. -A Machine Produces Open Boxes Using Square Sheets of Plastic

question 312

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A machine produces open boxes using square sheets of plastic. The machine cuts equal-sized squares measuring 4 inches on a side from each corner of the sheet, and then shapes the plastic into an open box by Turning up the sides. If each box must have a volume of 1600 cubic inches, find the length of one side of the Open box.

• A)19 in.
• B)24 in.
• C)28 in.
• D)20 in.

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Definitions:

Null Hypothesis

A default hypothesis that there is no significant difference or relationship between specified populations, any observed effect is due to chance.

Hypothesis Testing

A statistical method used to determine if there is enough evidence in a sample of data to infer that a certain condition is true for the entire population.

Population Parameters

Numerical characteristics that summarize or describe aspects of a population, such as mean, variance, or standard deviation.

Test Statistic

A measure calculated from a sample data to perform a hypothesis test.