Which of the following statements uses the statistical definition of "significant"?
A) Darwin's Origin of Species was a significant event.
B) Carry all numerical operations to four significant digits.
C) The significant details of the painting were explained by the artist.
D) There is a significant relationship between vitamin deficiency and disease.

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In statistics, "significant" often refers to a relationship or difference that is unlikely to be due to chance according to a specific threshold (e.g., p-value). Choice D uses "significant" in this context, suggesting a statistically meaningful connection between vitamin deficiency and disease.

Which of the Following Statements Uses the Statistical Definition of "Significant