Psychology A-Level
chi square decision rule
What chi square decision rule means in Psychology A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Chi Square is significant when the calculated value is equal to or greater than the critical value.
Topics that use chi square decision rule
- Algebra (AQA A-Level)
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