A Meteorologist Stated That the Average Temperature During July in Chattanooga

question 64

Multiple Choice

A meteorologist stated that the average temperature during July in Chattanooga was 80 degrees. A sample of 32 Julys was taken. The correct set of hypotheses is

• A)H₀: \(\mu\) < 80 H_a: \(\mu\) \(\le\) 80
• B)H₀: \(\mu\) \(\le\) 80 H_a: \(\mu\) > 80
• C)H₀: \(\mu\) \(\neq\) 80 H_a: \(\mu\) = 80
• D)None of the other answers are correct.

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