Which of These Is a Valid Alternative Hypothesis for a χ²

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of these is a valid alternative hypothesis for a χ² test of independence?

• A) Product preferences are independent of gender.
• B) Product preferences are not independence of gender.
• C) There is no difference between observed and expected frequencies of product preference.
• D) There is a difference between observed and expected frequencies of product preference.

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