Asked by Dustin McKee on Jul 07, 2024

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In reporting a statistical analysis, a researcher writes "p > .05". By definition this implies that ______.

A) the null hypothesis was proven to be true
B) p < .01
C) the statistic was in the region of non-rejection
D) the differences between the means of the groups was insignificant

P > .05

Indicates that the probability of obtaining the observed data under the null hypothesis exceeds 5%, typically leading to failing to reject the null hypothesis.

Null Hypothesis

A hypothesis suggesting no significant difference or effect, serving as the default assumption to be tested against the alternative hypothesis.

Region

A specified area or division within a larger context, whether geographical, spatial, or conceptual, identified by certain characteristics or boundaries.

  • Understand the interpretation of statistical analysis reports and their impact on the null hypothesis.
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Marwa HajayJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A p-value greater than .05 means that the statistic was in the region of non-rejection, indicating that there is not sufficient evidence to reject the null hypothesis. It does not prove the null hypothesis to be true or suggest any level of significance lower than .05. It also does not necessarily indicate that the differences between the means of the groups were insignificant, as this would require additional information about effect sizes and sample sizes.