In statistical analysis of data, the alpha value is used to
a. describe the degree of generalizability of the findings.
b. determine the risk of a Type I error.
c. reveal whether the p value meets criteria for statistical significance.
d. speculate on the frequency distribution of study values.
ANS: C
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