Which of the Following Would Be an Appropriate Alternative Hypothesis

question 152

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be an appropriate alternative hypothesis?

• A) The mean of a sample is greater than 55.
• B) The mean of a population is greater than 55.
• C) The mean of a sample is equal to 55.
• D) The mean of a population is equal to 55.

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