A Researcher Conducts a Test of Statistical Significance and Finds

question 8

Multiple Choice

A researcher conducts a test of statistical significance and finds a probability of less than .05. The researcher should NOT conclude that​

• A) ​it is improbable that the observed relationship could have resulted from sampling error alone.
• B) ​the null hypothesis was rejected.
• C) ​there is a statistically significant relationship at the .05 level.
• D) ​the results have important implications for social work.

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Definitions:

True Value

The actual value of a parameter or variable that is typically estimated based on sample data.

Coefficient of Determination

This indicates the proportion of the variation in the dependent variable that can be explained by the independent variable(s) in a regression model, quantifying the predictive power of the model.

Units

Basic quantities or measurements used to express and compare physical quantities.

Sample Size

Refers to the number of observations or data points collected in a study or used in statistical analysis.