Making Generalized Statements About a Population Based on a Sample

question 126

Short Answer

Making generalized statements about a population based on a sample is called _____________________.

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Definitions:

Sample Size

The number of observations or data points that constitute a sample from a population.

Test Statistic

A value calculated from sample data during a hypothesis test used to decide whether to reject the null hypothesis.

Experimental Statistic

A statistical measure derived from experimental data used to analyze and interpret the results of a study.