The Probability That an Interval Estimate Does Not Include the Population

question 35

Multiple Choice

The probability that an interval estimate does not include the population value is called________.

• A) the margin.
• B) alpha.
• C) an error.
• D) the odds.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A process that strengthens a behavior by removing or reducing an undesirable outcome when the behavior is performed.

Positive Reinforcement

The process of increasing the likelihood of a behavior by following it with the addition of a pleasurable stimulus or reward.

Negative Punishment

A behavior modification technique involving the removal of a desirable stimulus after a particular behavior is exhibited, with the intention of decreasing that behavior.

Positive Punishment

An operant conditioning principle where the introduction of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus following a behavior decreases the likelihood of the behavior occurring again.