In Each of the Following Situations, Please Identify the NULL

question 8

Short Answer

In each of the following situations, please identify the NULL HYPOTHESIS and the ALTERNATIVE HYPOTHESIS
A group of 100 athletes were randomly chosen to try a new energy drink. Among them, 50 athletes were given the new energy drink and the remaining 50 athletes were given a placebo drink. The 50 athletes with the new energy drink reported having more energy while only 30 athletes given a placebo drink reported to have more energy.
a. The energy drink gave the athletes more energy. ____________________
b. Overall, there is no significant difference in the energy level between the two groups. ____________________________

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Definitions:

Fluid Ability

The aspect of intelligence that involves the ability to deal with new and unusual problems without relying on previous knowledge.

Crystallized Ability

A type of intelligence that involves the ability to use learned knowledge and experience.

Worldview

The totality of psychological, thought, and emotional components of behaviors and decision making.

Psychological

Pertaining to the mind or mental processes, often used in the context of emotional and behavioral characteristics or conditions.