What Is a Statistically Significant Result

question 11

Multiple Choice

What is a statistically significant result?

• A) a result that is unlikely due to chance
• B) a result that has real-world importance but is not necessarily based on mathematical probability
• C) a result that is likely due to chance differences between groups
• D) a result that the media can report as valid but scientists must consider unsupported by research

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