The stereotypical video game player is a male teenager. However, recent studies suggest that at least...

The stereotypical video game player is a male teenager. However, recent studies suggest that at least 45% of all players are women. A software company has decided to develop and market a sophisticated stock-market video game if the mean age of all video game players is greater than 25. A random sample of video game players will be asked their age to test the relevant hypothesis.

a)In context, explain what the Type I error is.

b)In context, explain what the Type II error is.

c)Which error is worse for the software company, a Type I error or a Type II error? Why?

d)Which error is worse for the video game player, a Type I error or a Type II error? Why?

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