SOLUTION: In a sample size calculation for a mean, if the confidence level decreases, the size of the sample needed will increase

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Question 176757: In a sample size calculation for a mean, if the confidence level decreases, the size of the sample needed will increase
Answer by stanbon(75887)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
In a sample size calculation for a mean, if the confidence level decreases, the size of the sample needed will increase
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You can get along with a smaller sample if you will be satisfied with
less confidence in the results.
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Cheers,
Stan H.

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