16 Questions
What does hypothesis testing aim to do?
Find out about the true population parameters from sample estimates
What is the main purpose of testing in the context of hypothesis testing?
To ascertain the veracity of a statement or hypothesis
What is the goal of statistical inference?
To find the true population parameters from sample statistic
How is a hypothesis defined in the context of statistics?
A claim or assumption about a situation or event based on known facts
What complements hypothesis testing and is used to find out about true population parameters from sample estimates?
p-value Approach
What is the role of probability distributions in hypothesis testing?
It is used to determine the likelihood of sample statistics
What is the main purpose of a hypothesis in research?
To provide a reason for an observed phenomenon
Which of the following is a characteristic of a hypothesis?
Limited in scope and specific
What does a hypothesis need to be in order to make relationships or comparison possible?
Quantifiable and measurable
What are the two types of hypotheses in statistics?
Null Hypothesis and Alternative Hypothesis
What does a hypothesis need to be in order to be amenable to scientific investigation?
Clear, precise, quantifiable, and consistent with established facts
What should a hypothesis be consistent with?
Established facts
What does a hypothesis need to be supported by?
A body of theory or knowledge
What is the main role of a hypothesis in statistics?
'Testing' propositions based on scientific methods
Why should a hypothesis be expressed in conventionally accepted terms and concepts?
'To facilitate' scientific investigation
'What types of statements can be formulated in two almost opposite ways in statistics?'
'Positive' statements and 'Alternative' statements
Test your knowledge of hypothesis testing, an essential concept in inferential statistics. This quiz covers the basics of hypothesis testing, including its purpose, assumptions, and application to real-world scenarios.
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