In using the t-test to compare the means of two groups,the alternative hypothesis is typically stated as ____.
A)µ₁ ≠ µ₂
B)µ₁ = µ₂
C)µ₁ - µ₂ = 2
D)µ₁ + µ₂ = 1

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The alternative hypothesis in a t-test should state that the means of the two groups being compared are not equal. Therefore, choice A is the correct alternative hypothesis as it states that the mean of the first group (µ₁) is not equal to the mean of the second group (µ₂).

In Using the T-Test to Compare the Means of Two