Explain the Logic of Hypothesis Testing

question 106

Multiple Choice

Explain the Logic of Hypothesis Testing
-When the results of a hypothesis test are determined to be statistically significant, then we_____ the null hypothesis.

• A) reject
• B) fail to reject
• C) polarize
• D) compartmentalize

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Definitions:

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