Which of the Following Is a Nondirectional Alternative Hypothesis for an Independent

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a nondirectional alternative hypothesis for an independent samples t test?

• A) H₁: μ₁ = μ₂
• B) H₁: μ₁ > μ₂
• C) H₁: μ₁ ≠ μ₂
• D) H₁: μ₁ ≥ μ₂

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