More hypotheses For each of the following, write out the alternative hypothesis, being sure to indicate whether it is one-sided or two-sided.
a) Consumer Reports discovered that 20% of a certain computer model had warranty problems over the first three months. From a random sample, the manufacturer wants to know if a new model has improved that rate.
b) The last time a philanthropic agency requested donations, 4.75% of people responded. From a recent pilot mailing, they wonder if that rate has increased.
c) The average age of a customer of a clothing store is 35.2 years. The company wants to know if customers who use their website are younger on average.
d) A student wants to know if other students on her campus prefer Coke or Pepsi.
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