The Mid-Atlantic Ridge Is an Example of A

question 35

Multiple Choice

The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is an example of a:

• A) convergent boundary (continent-continent).
• B) convergent boundary (continent-oceanic).
• C) convergent boundary (oceanic-oceanic).
• D) divergent boundary.
• E) transform fault boundary.

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Definitions:

Type I Error

Incorrectly refuting a correct null hypothesis, also labeled as a "false positive."

Null Hypothesis

A hypothesis stating there is no significant difference or effect, used as a starting point for statistical testing.

Significance Level

A threshold for determining whether an observed effect is statistically significant, often set at 0.05.

Alternative Hypothesis

A hypothesis that contradicts the null hypothesis, proposing a new effect or relationship.