​An Independent-Measures Research Study Uses Two Samples,each with N =

question 16

Multiple Choice

​An independent-measures research study uses two samples,each with n = 12 participants.If the data produce a t statistic of t = 2.50,then which of the following is the correct decision for a two-tailed hypothesis test?

• A)​Reject the null hypothesis with α = .05 but fail to reject with α = .01.
• B)​Reject the null hypothesis with either α = .05 or α = .01.
• C)​Fail to reject the null hypothesis with either α = .05 or α = .01.
• D)​It cannot be answered without additional information.

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