SIS 1st Semester Exam Review: Yellow

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What is the alternative hypothesis in a hypothesis test for streaks?

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The lacrosse team is a streaky team.

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What describes the difference between an athlete’s or team's ability and their performance?

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Random chance.

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If a field goal kicker makes 25% of his kicks, what is the probability he will miss all 3 attempts?

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0.422.

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What is the probability of not picking a red Starburst from a large bowl?

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0.72.

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What conclusion is drawn if the p-value of a test is 6%?

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Fail to reject Ho. There is not good evidence that the team is streaky.

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Define 'streaky team' in the context of sports performance.

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A team that shows patterns of winning or losing games in succession.

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What is a null hypothesis?

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A statement that there is no effect or no difference, used as a starting point for statistical testing.

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What is a p-value?

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The probability of obtaining test results at least as extreme as the observed results, assuming the null hypothesis is true.

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Explain the concept of 'random chance' in sports outcomes.

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The idea that outcomes can occur without any predictable pattern, often due to luck or unforeseen factors.

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What does it mean to 'reject the null hypothesis'?

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It means there is sufficient evidence to support the alternative hypothesis.