For a One-Sided Alternative Hypothesis, the Critical T Value for an α

question 12

Multiple Choice

For a one-sided alternative hypothesis, the critical t value for an α of 0.02 and df of 19 is

• A) 1.734
• B) 2.093
• C) 2.540
• D) 1.729
• E) 3.883

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Inferences

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