The Phrase "95% Confidence" in a Confidence Statement Means That

question 31

Multiple Choice

The phrase "95% confidence" in a confidence statement means that

• A) the results are true for 95% of the population.
• B) 95% of the population falls within the announced margin of error.
• C) the probability is 0.95 that a randomly chosen individual's value falls within the announced margin of error.
• D) the results were obtained using a method that gives correct answers in 95% of all samples.

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Definitions:

External Locus

An individual’s belief that their life events and outcomes are largely beyond their control and depend on external factors or forces.

Neuroticism

A personality trait characterized by anxiety, fear, moodiness, worry, envy, frustration, jealousy, and loneliness.

Self-Consciousness

The state of being overly aware of oneself, one's appearance, or one's actions, often leading to excessive evaluation or adjustment based on perceived observation.

Anxiety

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.