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In testing a claim that the mean LDL cholesterol level is less than 130 mg/dL the researcher states the alternative

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In testing a claim that the mean LDL cholesterol level is less than 130 mg/dL the researcher states the alternative hypothesis as µ < 130 mg/dL.
Decide whether the statement makes sense (or is clearly true) or does not make sense (or is clearly false). Explain clearly.

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