Two researchers (A and B) compute a one-sample t test. For both tests, the mean difference between the sample and value stated in the null hypothesis is 5, but the standard error is smaller for Researcher A. Which test is more likely to result in a decision to reject the null hypothesis?

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1 January, 14:24

Two researchers (A and B) compute a one-sample t test. For both tests, the mean difference between the sample and value stated in the null hypothesis is 5, but the standard error is smaller for Researcher A. Which test is more likely to result in a decision to reject the null hypothesis?

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Alexis Spears · Answer 1

Answer: Researcher A

An assumed or specified hypothesis is a provisional amendment intended to be subsequently demonstrated or verified and constitutes an admissible assumption.