Statisticians Can Translate P-Values into Several Descriptive Terms

question 31

Multiple Choice

Statisticians can translate p-values into several descriptive terms. Which of the following statements is correct?

• A)If p-value < 0.01, there is overwhelming evidence to infer that the alternative hypothesis is true.
• B)If 0.01 < p-value < 0.05, there is strong evidence to infer that the alternative hypothesis is true.
• C)If 0.05 < p-value < 0.10, there is weak evidence to infer that the alternative hypothesis is true.
• D)All of the above statements are correct.

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