Math Problem Statement

What is the degrees of freedom?

Solution

The degrees of freedom (df) in a one-sample t-test is calculated as:

Degrees of Freedom=n1\text{Degrees of Freedom} = n - 1

Where:

  • nn is the sample size.

Given that the sample size n=15n = 15:

Degrees of Freedom=151=14\text{Degrees of Freedom} = 15 - 1 = 14

So, the degrees of freedom for this test is 14.


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Here are some relative questions to consider:

  1. How do degrees of freedom affect the shape of the t-distribution?
  2. What happens to the t-distribution as the degrees of freedom increase?
  3. Why are degrees of freedom important in statistical testing?
  4. How do you calculate degrees of freedom in a two-sample t-test?
  5. How does the degrees of freedom affect the critical t-value?

Tip: In hypothesis testing, the degrees of freedom are crucial for determining the appropriate critical value from the t-distribution, which directly influences the p-value and conclusion.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Degrees of Freedom
One-sample t-test

Formulas

Degrees of Freedom formula: df = n - 1

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Advanced Undergraduate