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Define the alternative hypothesis.

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The alternative hypothesis is the hypothesis that is contrary to the null hypothesis and it is denoted by H.

For example, if H₁ : µ = 15, then the alternative hypothesis will be : H₁ : µ ≠ 15, (or) H₁ : µ < 15 (or) H₁ : µ > 15.

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