What effect will using a one-tailed test instead of a two-tailed test have on power (assuming the true population difference is in the expected direction)?

A) It will increase power.
B) It will have no effect on power.
C) It will decrease power.
D) Power cannot be calculated if a one-tailed test is used.


Answer: A

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