A Researcher Reported That There Were Two Independent Groups with 25

Multiple Choice

A researcher reported that there were two independent groups with 25 in each group. Each group received a different treatment. An alpha value of 0.05 was used. Based on the data analysis using a computer, t = 2.11, p = 0.03, group 1 mean = 88, and group 2 mean = 81. Based on this information, identify the true answer.

A) The null hypothesis is accepted.
B) The alternate hypothesis that the population 1 mean is larger is accepted.
C) The alternate hypothesis that the population 2 mean is larger is accepted.
D) Based on the information provided, it is impossible to make a decision.
E) Based on the information provided, the researcher could have made two different decisions.