In Testing the Hypotheses H ₀: M = 50 Vs

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Essay

In testing the hypotheses H ₀: m = 50 vs. H ₁: m z = - 1.59. Calculate the p -value, and state your conclusion if a = .025.

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Definitions:

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Beta-Amyloid

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Alzheimer's Disease Victims

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Proliferation of Plaques

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