4.3 Flashcards
1
Q
What is hypothesis testing?
A
This is a formal procedure that enables us to choose between 2 hypotheses when we are uncertain about our measurements.
2
Q
What is step 0?
A
Start by identifying the chance of error.
3
Q
What is step 1?
A
Determine the null hypothesis and alternative hypothesis.
4
Q
What is step 2?
A
A confidence interval can be used to assess a 2 sided hypothesis.
5
Q
What is step 3?
A
Come to a formal conclusion to reject or fail to reject the null hypothesis.
6
Q
What is a null hypothesis?
A
A hypothesis based on the most recent claim.
7
Q
What is an alternate hypothesis?
A
The other side of the claim of the null hypothesis.
