Hypothesis Testing
A government drug regulator believes that the toxicity level in a new drug is above the industry
standard and is therefore unsafe for consumers. As the final arbitrator you are the person who has
reviewed both the manufacture’s information and the government’s claim.
You have the final authority to approve or deny this consumer drug ….
Explain what would be a Type I and Type II error in this case.
Which error would be more serious?
Explain how both of these errors could be minimized simultaneously.
Your statements should be:
Substantive and clearly articulated
Professionally written
Demonstrate knowledge of the content
Contribute to the discussion (possibly with a question) to further increase and deepen the understanding of the topics being discussed
You may use supporting articles, textbook references, and even personal experience (as long as it relevant and empirical in nature).
