The Number of Observations Minus the Number of Constraints or Assumptions

question 28

Multiple Choice

The number of observations minus the number of constraints or assumptions needed to calculate a statistical term is called the _____.

• A) statistical power
• B) t-level
• C) degrees of freedom
• D) significance level

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Definitions:

C3 Epimer

A type of epimer that specifically involves inversion of configuration at the carbon atom in the third position of a carbohydrate molecule.

L-Glucose

A stereoisomer of glucose that is not metabolized by humans in the same way as the more common D-glucose.

D-(+)-Glyceraldehyde

A simple sugar (monosaccharide) that is an important intermediate in metabolic processes and has a specific optical rotation.

Open-Chain Form

Describes molecules that possess a linear or branched structure without cyclic or ring formations, often contrasting with cyclic forms.