A Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test for Comparing Two Independent Samples

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A Wilcoxon rank sum test for comparing two independent samples involves two samples of sizes 6 and 9. The alternative hypothesis is that the location of population 1 is to the left of the location of population 2. Using a 0.05 significance level, the appropriate critical values are 31 and 65.

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Definitions:

Single Factor

A term in economics and production referring to the focus on one variable or input while analyzing its impact on an output or outcome.

Opportunity Cost

The consequence of choosing a specific option is the preclusion of potential rewards from other possibilities.

Pint

A unit of volume or capacity used in liquid measure, equal to one-half of a quart or approximately 473 milliliters in the United States.

Marginal Cost

The incremental cost of manufacturing one more unit of a product or service.