Which statistical procedure ensures that the alpha level for any given planned contrast will not exceed .05?
A)Tukey
B)Scheffé
C)Bonferroni
D)Gosset

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The Bonferroni correction is a conservative method that reduces the probability of making a Type I error by adjusting the alpha level based on the number of planned comparisons being conducted. The corrected alpha level is obtained by dividing .05 by the number of comparisons being made. Therefore, using the Bonferroni correction ensures that the alpha level for any given planned contrast will not exceed .05.

Which Statistical Procedure Ensures That the Alpha Level for Any