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:

Indirect Method

The indirect method is a way of reporting cash flows from operating activities by starting with net income and adjusting for non-cash transactions.

Capital Structure

The mix of various forms of external funds and equity that a company uses to finance its operations and growth.

Debt Versus Equity

A comparison between using borrowed funds (debt) versus shareholder funds (equity) to finance business operations or growth.

Depreciation

The gradual reduction of the recorded cost of a fixed asset over its useful life.