If We Are Using a Directional Alternative Hypothesis for a Z-Test

question 16

Multiple Choice

If we are using a directional alternative hypothesis for a z-test with α = .01, what critical value(s) should be used for rejecting the null hypothesis?

• A) -2.33 only or +2.33 only.
• B) either ±2.33
• C) -2.58 only or +2.58 only.
• D) either ±2.58.

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