Perform the Indicated Sign Test $$\alpha$$ = 005 (Note: the Diet Will Be Effective If at Least

question 49

Essay

Perform the indicated sign test. Be sure to do the following: Identify the claim mathematically and state the null and
alternative hypotheses. Determine the critical value and find the test statistic. Decide whether to reject or fail to reject
the null hypothesis and interpret the decision in the context of the original claim.
-One hundred people go on a special diet with the intention of losing weight. At the end of 6 weeks, 59 lost
weight, 27 gained weight and the rest remained the same. Test the hypothesis that the diet is effective in
reducing weight. Use $$\alpha$$ = 0.05. (Note: The diet will be effective if at least 50% lose weight.)

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