Quantitative Research Method SAC 3

1. Please work with the data given in the excel spreadsheet placed on Blackboard. It is labeled SAC 3;
2. Construct a set of hypotheses to test whether the standardized test scores provided in that data set are different than the national scores (µ=21.0, σ=2.0).
3. Select a statistics test consistent with #2, run the test and interpret the results.
4. Include a short description of your assumptions, if any, and the reasons for your conclusions.
2014 ACT Scores for School District X
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