Probability and Significance Flashcards
1
Q
the null hypothesis
A
states no difference between conditions
stat tests determine whether this should be accepted or rejected
2
Q
levels of significance and probability
A
the significance level is the point at which the researcher can accept the alternative hypothesis (usually 5%)
3
Q
calculated and critical values
A
the calculated value must be compared with a critical value to determine significance
4
Q
using tables of critical values
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is the test one tailed or two-tailed ?
what is the N value?
which level of significance?
5
Q
type 1 error
A
the incorrect rejection of a true null hypothesis
6
Q
type 2 error
A
the incorrect acceptable of a false null hypothesis
