P-value method of testing hypotheses

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Test the given claim by using the p-value method of testing hypotheses. Assume that the sample is a simple random sample selected from a normally distributed population. Include the hypotheses, the test statistic, the p-value, and your conclusion.

Test the claim that for the population of female college students, the mean weight is given by µ = 132 pounds. A sample of 20 female college students is taken and the sample mean (x-bar) is found to be 137 pounds, and the sample standard deviation (s) is found to be 14.2 pounds. Use a significance level of α = 0.10.

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