A Researcher Computes a One-Sample Sign Test in Which the Number

question 55

Multiple Choice

A researcher computes a one-sample sign test in which the number of pluses is 8,the number of minuses is 2,and the number of scores equal to the median is 1.The test statistic (x) for the sign test is equal to

• A)1
• B)2
• C)8
• D)There is not enough information to answer this question.

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Deposits

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Required Reserves

The minimum amount of reserves a bank is mandated to hold by central banking authorities, often a percentage of the bank's deposit liabilities.

Treasury Bill

A short-term government security issued at a discount from the face value and returning the face amount upon maturity, commonly used as a safe and liquid investment.