In a Research Study the Estimate of Variable X Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

In a research study the estimate of variable X is found to be 12.8, with a confidence interval of 10.8 and 14.8. A second estimate of variable X, using a different sample, was 14.2, with a confidence interval of 11.2 and 17.2. What can we say about the difference in the two estimates, if both had valid p values? Choose the best answer.

• A) Difference is not significant.
• B) Difference is statistically significant.
• C) Any difference cannot be determined.
• D) There is minimal difference.

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