EdmundsCom Would Like to Test the Hypothesis That the Standard

question 18

Multiple Choice

Edmunds.com would like to test the hypothesis that the standard deviation for the age of an imported car on the road is greater than the standard deviation for the age of a domestic car. The following data shows the ages of a random sample of import and domestic cars. Which of the following would be the correct hypothesis test?

• A) Η₀: / ≤ 1, Η_A: / > 1
• B) Η₀: / ≤ 1, Η_A: / > 1
• C) Η₀: / = 1, Η_A: / ≠ 1
• D) Η₀: / ≥ 1, Η_A: / < 1

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Definitions:

Excitatory Strength

The level of potential or ability of a stimulus to produce a response or a desired behavioral effect.

Drive State

A psychological state that motivates an organism to satisfy a physiological need, such as hunger or thirst.

Habit Strength

The strength of the connection between a particular environmental stimulus and a specific response.

Hull

Refers to Clark L. Hull, a psychologist known for his work in drive theory and behaviorism, emphasizing the importance of rigorous scientific methods in psychological research.