The statement "On average, older adults have the same response time as younger adults" is an example of:
A) effect size.
B) statistical significance.
C) the null hypothesis.
D) the research hypothesis.

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The statement is an example of the null hypothesis, which assumes that there is no difference in response time between younger and older adults. This hypothesis is typically tested against the alternative hypothesis, which states that there is a difference between the groups. Statistical significance and effect size are measures used to determine the strength and likelihood of the results, while the research hypothesis is the alternative hypothesis being tested. However, none of these options accurately describe the given statement.

The Statement "On Average, Older Adults Have the Same Response