The Value of the Test Statistic Is Compared with A(n)_______________ $\alpha$

question 78

Multiple Choice

The value of the test statistic is compared with a(n) _______________ in order to decide whether the null hypothesis can be rejected.

• A)\(\alpha\)
• B)\(\beta\)
• C)p-value
• D)critical value

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