______ is the probability of making at least one type I error across a set of comparisons.
A) Type II error
B) Familywise error
C) Simple error
D) Complex error

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Familywise error is the probability of making at least one type I error when conducting multiple comparisons in a study. It increases as the number of comparisons increases. It is important to control the familywise error rate in order to maintain the overall alpha level and reduce the chance of false positives.

______ Is the Probability of Making at Least One Type