Critical Value

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Definition(s):

The value that is exceeded by the test statistic with a small probability (significance level). A "look-up" or calculated value of a test statistic (i.e., a test statistic value) that, by construction, has a small probability of
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-22 Rev. 1a

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