Suppose We Wish to Test H₀: μ ≤ 47 Versus

question 131

Multiple Choice

Suppose we wish to test H₀: μ ≤ 47 versus H₁: μ > 47. What will result if we conclude that the mean is greater than 47 when its true value is really 52?

• A) We have made a Type I error.
• B) We have made a Type II error.
• C) We have made a correct decision.
• D) None of the above is correct.

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