The statement µ 3 is an example of a ______.
A) directional null hypothesis
B) directional alternative hypothesis
C) non-directional null hypothesis
D) non-directional alternative hypothesis

Question

The statement µ > 3 is an example of a ______.
A) directional null hypothesis
B) directional alternative hypothesis
C) non-directional null hypothesis
D) non-directional alternative hypothesis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The statement µ > 3 is a directional hypothesis, as it specifies the direction in which the population mean is expected to differ from a reference value (in this case, µ = 3). Since it is an alternative hypothesis, it is not a null hypothesis. Therefore, options A, C, and D are incorrect.

The Statement µ > 3 Is an Example of a ______