Asked by Elijah Vogle on Jun 26, 2024
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The sample size in each independent sample must be the same if we are to test for differences between the means of 2 independent populations.
Independent Sample
A sample that is selected from a population in such a way that the entities are not related or do not affect each other.
- Acquire knowledge of the hypothesis testing process used to evaluate the difference between two means.
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ME
Madeline EllerbuschJul 03, 2024
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
While having equal sample sizes can increase the power of a statistical test, it is not a requirement for testing differences between the means of two independent populations. Tests like the independent samples t-test can be applied even when sample sizes differ.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of the hypothesis testing process used to evaluate the difference between two means.