The T-Test for Independent Groups Is the Appropriate Inferential Test

question 32

Multiple Choice

The t-test for independent groups is the appropriate inferential test when

• A) a margin of error is needed for single random sample from a population.
• B) comparing two means.
• C) comparing more than two means.
• D) calculating a correlation between groups.

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