The Key Difference Between the Binomial and Hypergeometric Distribution Is

question 83

Multiple Choice

The key difference between the binomial and hypergeometric distribution is that, with the hypergeometric distribution the

• A) probability of success must be less than 0.5.
• B) probability of success changes from trial to trial.
• C) trials are independent of each other.
• D) random variable is continuous.

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Definitions:

Alternative Hypothesis

In hypothesis testing, the hypothesis that contradicts the null hypothesis, suggesting some effect or difference exists.

Non-directional

Pertains to hypotheses or tests that do not specify the direction of the expected differences or relationships.

Null Hypothesis

A hypothesis positing no effect or no difference; it serves as the default assumption to be tested against the alternative hypothesis.

Directional Hypothesis

A hypothesis that specifies the expected direction of the relationship between variables, indicating an increase or decrease.