The Following Information Is Based on Independent Random Samples Taken

question 7

Multiple Choice

The following information is based on independent random samples taken from two normally distributed populations having equal variances: Based on the sample information, determine the 90% confidence interval estimate for the difference between the two population means.

• A) -6.54 ≤ (µ1 - µ2) ≤ 0.54
• B) -4.25 ≤ (µ1 - µ2) ≤ 1.25
• C) -5.98 ≤ (µ1 - µ2) ≤ 1.88
• D) -2.25 ≤ (µ1 - µ2) ≤ 5.25

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