When the Alpha Level Is

question 20

Multiple Choice

When the alpha level is .05,a result is defined as non-chance if the probability of obtaining that result,assuming the null hypothesis is true,is:

• A)greater than .05
• B)equal to .05
• C)less than .05
• D)none of these

Understand the implications of z-values in the context of normal distributions.

Comprehend the structure and properties of a normal probability distribution.

Understand the importance and application of probability density functions.

Know the concept and calculation of a standard normal distribution.

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