If an Economist Wishes to Determine Whether There Is Evidence

question 40

Multiple Choice

If an economist wishes to determine whether there is evidence that average family income in a community near Seattle exceeds $125,000. An appropriate alternative hypothesis is:

• A) μ = 125,000.
• B) μ > 125,000.
• C) μ ≤ 125,000.
• D) μ ≥ 125,000.

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