What Type of Error Occurs If You Fail to Reject

question 136

Multiple Choice

What type of error occurs if you fail to reject H₀ when, in fact, it is not true?

• A)Type II
• B)Type I
• C)either Type I or Type II, depending on the level of significance
• D)either Type I or Type II, depending on whether the test is one tail or two tail

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Definitions:

Experimental

Pertaining to or based on a trial or test to discover, demonstrate, or test something, especially within the context of scientific research.

Research Methods

The various strategies, techniques, and tools used by scientists to gather and analyze data.

Scientific Approach

A method of research whereby a problem is identified, relevant data is gathered, a hypothesis is formulated, and the hypothesis is empirically tested.

Precision

The quality of being exact, accurate, and careful about details.