You collect a sample of 8 performance evaluation scores from Company A and 8 performance evaluation scores from Company B. Ifx̄ ₁ =5 x̄₂= 3 and s_p² = 1.25, what is the observed value of t? A) 3.58 B) 1.60 C) 1.79 D) 5.06

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The observed value of t is calculated using the formula for the t-test for independent samples: t = (x̄1 - x̄2) / √(s²p(1/n1 + 1/n2)). Substituting the given values: t = (5 - 3) / √(1.25(1/8 + 1/8)) = 3.58.

You Collect a Sample of 8 Performance Evaluation Scores from Company