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What is the meaning of hypothesis in statistics?
A hypothesis is the first step in running a statistical test (t-test, chi-square test, etc.) A NULL HYPOTHESIS is the probability that what you are testing does NOT occur. An ALTERNATIVE HYPOTHESIS is the probability that what you are testing DOES occur.
What is Hypothesis Testing of Type II Error?
Failing to reject a false null hypothesis.
What is a statistical hypothesis?
I think you are asking: What is hypothesis testing in the field of statistics. See: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Statistical_hypothesis_testing
What is non-directional research hypothesis?
A non-directional research hypothesis is a kind of hypothesis that is used in testing statistical significance. It states that there is no difference between variables.
In a hypothesis testing the alternative hypothesis is assumed?
No. The null hypothesis is assumed to be correct unless there is sufficient evidence from the sample and the given criteria (significance level) to reject it.
What is the difference between forming a hypothesis and testing a hypothesis?
forming a hypothesis is when you come up with an educated guess.. what you think it may be . testing a hypothesis is when you're testing to see if someone else's guess is right.
What following statement is not part of testing a hypothesis?
Concluding that the hypothesis is correct based on personal beliefs or opinions is not part of testing a hypothesis. Testing a hypothesis involves designing experiments, collecting data, and analyzing results to determine if the hypothesis is supported or not.
What is a unifying explanation for a range of hypothesis and observations that have been supported by testing?
A scientific theory.
What is the act of testing a hypothesis?
examining/ experimenting/ testing/ verifying... it depends on the type of hypothesis to an extent I think.
What is the difference between a hypothesis a theory and a conclusion drawn from hypothesis testing?
A hypothesis is a suggestion of a way to explain something. If the hypothesis is tested and confirmed, it can advance to the status of theory. The conclusion of testing a hypothesis will be either that the hypothesis is confirmed, or it is not confirmed.
How can a scientific theory change?
they can change by summarizing a hypothesis or group of hypotheses that have been supported with repeat testing.
What is the purpose of controlling the environment when testing a hypothesis?
The purpose of controlling the environment when testing a hypothesis is ultimately to get a reliable result to the study.
What is Hypothesis Testing of Type I Error?
Rejecting a true null hypothesis.
How do you decide whether to use a z test or a t test when testing a hypothesis about a population mean?
You use a z test when you are testing a hypothesis that is using proportions You use a t test when you are testing a hypothesis that is using means
What is a procedure for testing a hypothesis?
an experiment
How is a scientific hypothesis evaluated?
By testing.
Testing of Hypothesis?
A hypothesis is a proposed explanation which scientists test with the available scientific theories. There are four steps to testing a hypothesis; state the hypothesis, formulate an analysis plan, analyze sample data and interpret the results.
