The company that makes a new weight loss pill claims that people who use this pill according to instructions will lose an average of 20 pounds during a four-month period. They say the claim is based on a study of 300 people. Which of the following statistical methods was most likely used to arrive at the company's conclusion?
A) Estimation
B) Hypothesis testing
C) Histograms
D) Bar charts

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Hypothesis testing is used to determine if there is enough statistical evidence to support a specific claim, such as the average weight loss of 20 pounds.

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