When using a one -way ANOVA to analyze data from a completely randomized design,the calculated F statistic will decrease as _____.
A)the between-group variability decreases relative to the within-group variability
B)the total variability increases
C)the total variability decreases
D)the between-group variability increases relative to the within-group variability
E)Cannot be determined.

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The F statistic in a one-way ANOVA compares the between-group variability to the within-group variability. Therefore, if the between-group variability decreases relative to the within-group variability, the F statistic will also decrease.

When Using a One -Way ANOVA to Analyze Data from a Completely