A major determinant of statistical significance is the
A)type of sample used.
B)size of the sample used.
C)type of analysis performed.
D)presence of practical significance.

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The size of the sample used is a major determinant of statistical significance. The larger the sample size, the more likely it is to find a statistically significant result. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. The type of sample used, type of analysis performed, and presence of practical significance can also affect statistical significance, but they are not as important as sample size.

A Major Determinant of Statistical Significance Is the