If the Obtained Z Value Is More Extreme Than the Critical

question 15

Multiple Choice

If the obtained z value is more extreme than the critical value, then?

• A) The hypothesis is non-directional
• B) The null hypothesis can be accepted
• C) The null hypothesis cannot be accepted
• D) The hypothesis is directional

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Definitions:

Coercive Power

A form of influence where a person or group uses threats of punishment or actual punishment to induce behavior change in others.

Bases Of Power

Conceptual framework identifying different sources of power within organizational and interpersonal dynamics, such as coercive, reward, legitimate, expert, and referent power.

French And Raven

Refers to social psychologists John R. P. French and Bertram Raven who developed a framework of bases of power, explaining different forms of power and influence.

Referent Power

The influence one possesses based on others' admiration or respect towards them, often leveraging the desire of others to identify and be associated with the person.