In a Statistical Test of Hypotheses, a Type II Error

question 58

Multiple Choice

In a statistical test of hypotheses, a Type II error is committed if

• A) we reject the null hypothesis when, in fact, the null hypothesis is true.
• B) we fail to reject the null hypothesis when, in fact, the null hypothesis is true.
• C) we fail to reject the null hypothesis when, in fact, the null hypothesis is not true.
• D) we reject the null hypothesis when, in fact, the null hypothesis is not true.
• E) none of the above

---

Definitions:

Perceptual Experience

The subjective interpretation and awareness of sensory information, which forms the basis for understanding the environment and making judgments about it.

Alcohol

Alcohol generally refers to ethanol, a psychoactive substance found in beverages like beer, wine, and spirits, known for its intoxicating effects.

Tolerance

A person's diminished response to a drug, which occurs when the drug is used repeatedly and the body adapts to its presence.

Intoxicated

Refers to the condition of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, which impairs cognitive and physical functions.