A Formal Hypothesis Test Is to Be Conducted Using the Claim

question 51

Multiple Choice

A formal hypothesis test is to be conducted using the claim that the mean body temperature is equal to $98.6 ^ { \circ } \mathrm { F }$
What is the null hypothesis and how is it denoted?

• A) \(H _ { 0 } : \mu = 98.6 ^ { \circ } \mathrm { F }\)
• B) \(H _ { 0 } : \mu \neq 98.6 ^ { \circ } \mathrm { F }\)
• C) \(H _ { 0 } : p = 98.6 ^ { \circ } \mathrm { F }\)
• D) \(H _ { 0 } : p < 98.6 ^ { \circ } \mathrm { F }\)

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Definitions:

Postconventional Reasoning

The highest stage in Kohlberg's theory of moral development, characterized by the ability to think abstractly and make decisions based on universal ethical principles rather than concrete rules or expectations.

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Formal Operational

The stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where individuals gain the ability to think abstractly, reason logically, and understand hypothetical concepts.

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