Which of the Following Is True About Type I and Type

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about Type I and Type II errors?
I. Type I errors are always worse than Type II errors.
II. The severity of Type I and Type II errors depends on the situation being tested.
III. In any given situation, the higher the risk of Type I error, the lower the risk of Type II error.

• A) I only
• B) I and III
• C) II only
• D) III only
• E) II and III

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Definitions:

Miscarriage

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Somatic Symptom

Physical symptoms that may be potentiated or exacerbated by psychological factors.