A Type I Error Is Represented By $\alpha$ ;It Is the Probability of Rejecting a True Null Hypothesis

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A Type I error is represented by $\alpha$ ;it is the probability of rejecting a true null hypothesis.

Understand the evaluation process and criteria for probabilistic generalizations.

Distinguish between correlational and causal research, using the Nurses' Health Study as an example.

Know the principles of sample size determination for research, specifically power analysis.

Identify assumptions underlying common logical fallacies such as the False Dilemma and Gambler's Fallacy.

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