A P-Value Is A(n)

question 240

Multiple Choice

A p-value is a(n) :

• A)measure of central tendency.
• B)measure of variability.
• C)descriptive statistic.
• D)inferential statistic.

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Definitions:

Tilted Layers

Geological strata that have been shifted from their original horizontal position, often as a result of tectonic forces, creating an angle with the horizontal.

Superposition

A principle stating that in an undisturbed sequence of rocks, layers of rock were deposited in order from bottom to top according to their age.

Cross-Cutting

Relates to geological features that intersect or cut across other geological formations, indicating a relative age relationship.

Inclusions

Pieces of one rock unit that are contained within another, indicating that the included pieces are older than the host rock.