Proving the null by rejection
Debate if “failing to reject the null” is the same as “accepting the null.” Support your position with examples of acceptance or rejection of the null. Next, give your opinion on whether or not a failed t test “proves” the null hypothesis
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In any hypothesis tests, there are two propositions involved: the null hypothesis which is stated and an alternate hypothesis that has to be supported by facts. The null hypothesis is presumed to be true until proven otherwise by use of sufficient data, facts or evidence (Rouder, 2009). If we take an example of courtroom proceedings in a criminal case, it is common to argue…
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