Decreasing the Alpha Level from α =

question 12

Multiple Choice

Decreasing the alpha level from α = .05 to α = .01 ____.​

• A)​increases the probability of a Type I error
• B)​increases the size of the critical region
• C)​increases the probability that the sample will fall into the critical region
• D)​decreases the probability of a Type I error

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