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2.5 O: Statistical hypothesis testing

2.5 O: Statistical hypothesis testing

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Question 4

A hypothesis test is carried out at the 5% significance level.

Identify what the significance level of 5% represents.

Circle your answer.

A

The probability that the null hypothesis is true

B

The probability that the alternative hypothesis is true

C

The probability of rejecting the null hypothesis when it is in fact true

D

The proportion of the population that is in the sample

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2.5 O: Statistical hypothesis testing Questions

  1. A Level
  2. /Maths
  3. /2.5 O: Statistical hypothesis testing

162 exam-style questions on AQA A Level Maths 2.5 O: Statistical hypothesis testing, covering 2.5.1 Language of hypothesis testing, 2.5.2 Hypothesis test for a binomial proportion, and 2.5.3 Hypothesis test for a Normal mean (A-level only). Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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