If We Decrease the Significance Level (Alpha) All Else Being

question 17

Multiple Choice

If we decrease the significance level (alpha) all else being equal, the power of the test will:

• A) Decrease
• B) Increase
• C) Won't change
• D) It depends - need more information

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