Question

The one-sample z ‑statistic for Thomas' statistical test has a value of −1.73346 , and Thomas calculates a P-value of 0.0830 . Should Thomas conclude that telephone surveys provide adequate coverage with respect to p ? Why or why not? Select all correct statements about his decision and conclusion.

Answer 1

Thomas should not reject the null hypothesis.

Explanation:

The null hypothesis is rejected or accepted on the basis of level of significance. When the p-value is greater than level of significance we fail to reject the null hypothesis and null hypothesis is then accepted. It is not necessary that all null hypothesis will be rejected at 10% level of significance. To determine the criteria for accepting or rejecting a null hypothesis we should also consider p-value. Here in this question the test value is -1.73346 and p-value is 0.0830. The p value is greater than the test value therefore the null hypothesis should be accepted.