We Have Created a 95% Confidence Interval for µ with the Result

question 28

Multiple Choice

We have created a 95% confidence interval for µ with the result (10, 15) . What $$\text { conclusion will we make if we test } \mathrm { H } _ { 0 } : \mu = 16 \text { versus } \mathrm { H } _ { A } : \mu \neq 16 \text { at } \alpha = 0.05 ?$$

• A) Reject the null hypothesis
• B) Accept the null hypothesis
• C) Fail to reject the null hypothesis.
• D) Reject the alternative hypothesis.
• E) No decision can be made from the information given.

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Definitions:

Esteem Needs

Psychological needs in Maslow's hierarchy that include self-esteem, respect from others, and status, contributing to feelings of self-worth and accomplishment.

Need Motivation Theories

Psychological theories that propose people are motivated by the desire to fulfill basic needs such as safety, belonging, and self-esteem.

Content Theories

Theories that explain why people have different needs at different times and how these needs motivate behavior, such as Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, Alderfer’s ERG theory, McClelland’s need theory, and Herzberg’s two-factor theory.

Process Theories

Theories that describe the cognitive processes through which needs are translated into behavior, such as equity theory, expectancy theory, and goal-setting theory.