When Might You Use a One-Tailed Test, and When Would

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Essay

When might you use a one-tailed test, and when would you want to use a two-tailed test?

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Definitions:

Obsession

A persistent, intrusive, and unwanted thought or urge that causes significant anxiety or distress.

Repeatedly Checking

Compulsive behaviors characterized by the need to check things over and over, often associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Agoraphobia

An anxiety disorder characterized by an intense fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or help wouldn't be available if things go wrong.

Panic Attack

A sudden onset of intense fear or discomfort, characterized by symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, sweating, and feelings of doom.