An Independent-Measures Research Study Uses Two Samples,each with N =

question 63

Multiple Choice

An independent-measures research study uses two samples,each with n = 15 participants.If the data produce a t statistic of t = 2.760,which of the following is the correct decision for a two-tailed hypothesis test?

• A)Reject the null hypothesis with α = .05 but fail to reject with α = .01
• B)Reject the null hypothesis with either α = .05 or α = .01
• C)Fail to reject the null hypothesis with either α = .05 or α = .01
• D)Cannot answer without additional information

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