A calculus professor wanted to test whether the grades on calculus test were the same for upper and lower classmen.The professor took a random sample of size 12 from each group.For this situation,the professor should use a matched pairs t-test.

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A matched pairs t-test is used when the same individuals are measured twice under different conditions. In this situation, the professor is comparing two independent groups (upper and lower classmen) and should use an independent samples t-test.

A Calculus Professor Wanted to Test Whether the Grades on Calculus