What is the difference between the calculation of a t-score and a z-score for hypothesis testing?

What will be an ideal response?


A t-score is used with a small sample and uses a sample standard deviation in the denominator. A z-score is used with population data or can be used with a large enough sample and uses a population standard deviation in the denominator.

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Weapons that are composed of living microorganisms and toxins that are capable of causing fatal diseases such as smallpox, plague, and hermorrhagic fever are called _______________

Fill in the blank with correct word

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Bill Clinton was seen favorably by many voters as "an ordinary guy" who wolfed down doughnuts and enjoyed mingling with the people

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which pathway is the least direct pathway of action?

a. elections b. court c. grassroots mobilization d. cultural change

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A process for impeaching the presidential impeachment is an example of _____

a. devolution b. semipresidentialism c. checks and balances d. a vote of no confidence

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