Determine whether the results below appear to have statistical significance, and

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Determine whether the results below appear to have statistical significance, and also determine whether the results have practical significance. In a study of a weight loss program, 5 subjects lost an average of 41 lbs. It is found that there is about a 31% chance of getting such results with a diet that has no effect.
Does the weight loss program have statistical significance?

A. No, the program is not statistically significant because the results are likely to occur by chance.

B. Yes, the program is statistically significant because the results are unlikely to occur by chance.

C. Yes, the program is statistically significant because the results are likely to occur by chance.

D. No, the program is not statistically significant because the results are unlikely to occur by chance.

Explanation / Answer

Option A is Correct

No, the program is not statistically significant because the results are likely to occur by chance.

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