One-Way Analysis of Variance Is Being Used to Test the Equality

question 1

Multiple Choice

One-way analysis of variance is being used to test the equality of three population means using samples of size 10 from the first population, 12 from the second population and 8 from the third population.The test statistic (F_stat) is 4.280.What is the critical value (F_c) for the test if the significance level is 5%?

• A)3.354
• B)2.922
• C)2.960
• D)3.316

---

Definitions:

Merged Firm

Refers to a company formed when two or more firms voluntarily combine their operations, often to achieve synergies and improve competitive standing.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares of a corporation's stock that are currently owned by all its shareholders, including shares held by institutional investors and restricted shares.

Market Price

The current price at which an asset or service can be bought or sold in a public marketplace.