In testing the difference between two means, what is implied by the alternative hypothesis (H₁)? A) μ₁ = μ₂ B) μ₁ - μ₂ = 0 C) μ₁ - μ₂ ≠ 0

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The alternative hypothesis states that there is a difference between the means of the two groups being compared, which is represented by the inequality symbol ≠ (not equal to). Therefore, choice C is the best choice. Choices A and B do not reflect the alternative hypothesis, and choice D appears to be a random string of characters.

In Testing the Difference Between Two Means, What Is Implied