The Value of the Test Statistic Is Compared with A(n)

question 57

Multiple Choice

The value of the test statistic is compared with a(n) ________ in order to decide whether the null hypothesis can be rejected.

• A) α
• B) β
• C) p-value
• D) critical value

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