In Statistical Analysis, the Burden of Proof Lies Traditionally with The

question 84

Multiple Choice

In statistical analysis, the burden of proof lies traditionally with the:

• A) alternative hypothesis
• B) null hypothesis
• C) analyst
• D) facts presented to the statistical analyst

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Definitions:

Hypothesized Value

A specified value in hypothesis testing which is assumed for the sake of argument or investigation.

One-Tail Test

A statistical hypothesis test in which the region of rejection is on only one side of the sampling distribution.

Test-Statistic

A value computed from sample data during a hypothesis test, used to determine whether to reject the null hypothesis.

P-Value

The probability, under the null hypothesis, of obtaining a result equal to or more extreme than what was actually observed.