What Is a Type II Error

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is a Type II error?

• A) Accepting a false null hypothesis
• B) Rejecting a false null hypothesis
• C) Accepting a false alternate hypothesis
• D) Rejecting a false alternate hypothesis

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Definitions:

Direct Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of direct materials and the expected cost at standard prices.

Actual Price

The price at which goods or services are sold, reflecting current market conditions.

Standard Price

A predetermined cost serving as a benchmark for the valuation of goods and services in accounting and budgeting.

Unfavorable Cost Variance

A situation where actual costs exceed standard or planned costs, indicating inefficiencies or increased expense.