If the Critical Z-Value for a Test Statistic Equals 2

question 120

Multiple Choice

If the critical z-value for a test statistic equals 2.45, what value of the test statistic would provide the least chance of making a Type I error?

• A) 3.74
• B) 10,000
• C) 2.46
• D) 4.56

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