Answer to Question #51457 in Statistics and Probability for Taniel

Question

A researcher is interested in determining if the method of execution (lethal injection vs. electrocution) affects whether a criminal is sentenced to life or death.

The Null Hypothesis is [x].

Answer 1

A researcher is interested in determining if the method of execution (lethal injection vs. electrocution) affects whether a criminal is sentenced to life or death.In statistical inference on observational data, the null hypothesis refers to a general statement or default position that there is no relationship between two measured phenomena. In this problem the null hypothesis: the method of execution and event, that a criminal is sentenced to life or death, are not associated.