One-Proportion Z Test: Conditions, Formula, and Examples
A decision-and-workflow guide for a one-proportion z test, covering method selection, conditions, mathematics, calculator evidence, and contextual reporting.
Method at a Glance: One Proportion z-Test
A one-proportion z test uses the null value p0 in both centering and standard error because the p-value is calculated under H0.
Procedure Workflow
- Identify the data structure and parameter before selecting one proportion z test; the name of a calculator menu is not method evidence.
- State the hypotheses or estimation target for one proportion z test using population notation and the order defined by the question.
- Verify the design, independence, and approximation conditions that specifically justify one proportion z test rather than reciting every condition learned in the course.
- Compute the statistic, standard error, interval, or p-value for one proportion z test with defined symbols, guard digits, and an independent arithmetic check.
- Interpret one proportion z test in the population and units named by the problem, then limit causation and generalization to what the collection design supports.
Procedure Formulas and Notation
One-proportion z statistic
One-proportion z statistic in One Proportion z-Test: Define success, the population proportion, the sample proportion, and the denominator before substituting values.
Hypotheses
Decision
For Hypotheses in one proportion z test, A constructed sample from a commuter route study has 268 successes among 425. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Hypotheses result in one proportion z test: The statistic is z=5.384; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000.
Interpretation and validity
Hypotheses interpretation for one proportion z test: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha.
Condition evidence for one proportion z test and Hypotheses: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
Conditions
Decision
For Conditions in one proportion z test, A constructed sample from a greenhouse germination experiment has 256 successes among 426. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Conditions result in one proportion z test: The statistic is z=4.167; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000.
Interpretation and validity
Conditions interpretation for one proportion z test: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha.
Condition evidence for one proportion z test and Conditions: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
Null standard error
Decision
For Null standard error in one proportion z test, A constructed sample from a water-filtration experiment has 269 successes among 427. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Null standard error result in one proportion z test: The statistic is z=5.372; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000.
Interpretation and validity
Null standard error interpretation for one proportion z test: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha.
Condition evidence for one proportion z test and Null standard error: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
z statistic
Decision
For z statistic in one proportion z test, A constructed sample from a manufacturing fill-volume check has 274 successes among 428. Test against a two-sided alternative.
z statistic result in one proportion z test: The statistic is z=5.800; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000.
Interpretation and validity
z statistic interpretation for one proportion z test: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha.
Condition evidence for one proportion z test and z statistic: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
P-value
Decision
For P-value in one proportion z test, A constructed sample from a manufacturing fill-volume check has 253 successes among 429. Test against a two-sided alternative.
P-value result in one proportion z test: The statistic is z=3.718; the two-sided p-value is 0.0002.
Interpretation and validity
P-value interpretation for one proportion z test: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha.
Condition evidence for one proportion z test and P-value: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
Calculator
Decision
For Calculator in one proportion z test, A constructed sample from a quality-control inspection has 249 successes among 430. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Calculator result in one proportion z test: The statistic is z=3.279; the two-sided p-value is 0.0010.
Interpretation and validity
Calculator interpretation for one proportion z test: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha.
Condition evidence for one proportion z test and Calculator: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
Conclusion
Decision
For Conclusion in one proportion z test, A constructed sample from a seedling-growth comparison has 276 successes among 431. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Conclusion result in one proportion z test: The statistic is z=5.828; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000.
Interpretation and validity
Conclusion interpretation for one proportion z test: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha.
Condition evidence for one proportion z test and Conclusion: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
Worked FRQ
Decision
For Worked FRQ in one proportion z test, A constructed sample from a battery-life laboratory trial has 276 successes among 432. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked FRQ result in one proportion z test: The statistic is z=5.774; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000.
Interpretation and validity
Worked FRQ interpretation for one proportion z test: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha.
Condition evidence for one proportion z test and Worked FRQ: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
Procedure Practice and Full Solutions
Every question in One-Proportion Z Test: Conditions, Formula, and Examples is newly written from the revised framework and the logic visible in public College Board materials. Constructed numerical settings are identified as instructional scenarios and are never represented as measurements from a real population. No released or secure question wording is reproduced.
Easy Practice
Easy 1: Conclusion
Question P64-Easy-1. A constructed sample from a recycling-behavior survey has 79 successes among 125. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-1. The statistic is z=2.952; the two-sided p-value is 0.0032. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 2: Worked FRQ
Question P64-Easy-2. A constructed sample from a website response-time study has 71 successes among 126. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-2. The statistic is z=1.425; the two-sided p-value is 0.1540. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 3: Hypotheses
Question P64-Easy-3. A constructed sample from a city bus arrival investigation has 71 successes among 127. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-3. The statistic is z=1.331; the two-sided p-value is 0.1832. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 4: Conditions
Question P64-Easy-4. A constructed sample from a classroom memory study has 76 successes among 128. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-4. The statistic is z=2.121; the two-sided p-value is 0.0339. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 5: Null standard error
Question P64-Easy-5. A constructed sample from a manufacturing fill-volume check has 79 successes among 129. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-5. The statistic is z=2.553; the two-sided p-value is 0.0107. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 6: z statistic
Question P64-Easy-6. A constructed sample from a package-delivery sample has 82 successes among 130. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-6. The statistic is z=2.982; the two-sided p-value is 0.0029. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 7: P-value
Question P64-Easy-7. A constructed sample from a campus dining survey has 73 successes among 131. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-7. The statistic is z=1.311; the two-sided p-value is 0.1900. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 8: Calculator
Question P64-Easy-8. A constructed sample from a public-parks visitor survey has 83 successes among 132. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-8. The statistic is z=2.959; the two-sided p-value is 0.0031. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 9: Conclusion
Question P64-Easy-9. A constructed sample from a battery-life laboratory trial has 76 successes among 133. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-9. The statistic is z=1.648; the two-sided p-value is 0.0995. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 10: Worked FRQ
Question P64-Easy-10. A constructed sample from a package-delivery sample has 87 successes among 134. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-10. The statistic is z=3.455; the two-sided p-value is 0.0005. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 11: Hypotheses
Question P64-Easy-11. A constructed sample from an online-course completion sample has 86 successes among 135. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-11. The statistic is z=3.184; the two-sided p-value is 0.0015. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 12: Conditions
Question P64-Easy-12. A constructed sample from a classroom memory study has 80 successes among 136. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-12. The statistic is z=2.058; the two-sided p-value is 0.0396. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 13: Null standard error
Question P64-Easy-13. A constructed sample from a website response-time study has 86 successes among 137. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-13. The statistic is z=2.990; the two-sided p-value is 0.0028. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 14: z statistic
Question P64-Easy-14. A constructed sample from a city bus arrival investigation has 79 successes among 138. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-14. The statistic is z=1.703; the two-sided p-value is 0.0887. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 15: P-value
Question P64-Easy-15. A constructed sample from a quality-control inspection has 90 successes among 139. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-15. The statistic is z=3.478; the two-sided p-value is 0.0005. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 16: Calculator
Question P64-Easy-16. A constructed sample from a battery-life laboratory trial has 87 successes among 140. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-16. The statistic is z=2.874; the two-sided p-value is 0.0041. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 17: Conclusion
Question P64-Easy-17. A constructed sample from a package-delivery sample has 82 successes among 141. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-17. The statistic is z=1.937; the two-sided p-value is 0.0528. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 18: Worked FRQ
Question P64-Easy-18. A constructed sample from a school library checkout study has 92 successes among 142. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-18. The statistic is z=3.525; the two-sided p-value is 0.0004. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Easy 19: Hypotheses
Question P64-Easy-19. A constructed sample from a battery-life laboratory trial has 90 successes among 143. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Easy-19. The statistic is z=3.094; the two-sided p-value is 0.0020. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough Practice
Tough 1: Calculator
Question P64-Tough-1. A constructed sample from an online-course completion sample has 70 successes among 125. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-1. The statistic is z=1.342; the two-sided p-value is 0.1797. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 2: Conclusion
Question P64-Tough-2. A constructed sample from a campus dining survey has 74 successes among 126. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-2. The statistic is z=1.960; the two-sided p-value is 0.0500. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 3: Worked FRQ
Question P64-Tough-3. A constructed sample from a city bus arrival investigation has 81 successes among 127. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-3. The statistic is z=3.106; the two-sided p-value is 0.0019. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 4: Hypotheses
Question P64-Tough-4. A constructed sample from a reading-speed investigation has 72 successes among 128. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-4. The statistic is z=1.414; the two-sided p-value is 0.1573. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 5: Conditions
Question P64-Tough-5. A constructed sample from a classroom memory study has 77 successes among 129. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-5. The statistic is z=2.201; the two-sided p-value is 0.0277. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 6: Null standard error
Question P64-Tough-6. A constructed sample from a recycling-behavior survey has 81 successes among 130. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-6. The statistic is z=2.807; the two-sided p-value is 0.0050. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 7: z statistic
Question P64-Tough-7. A constructed sample from a campus dining survey has 73 successes among 131. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-7. The statistic is z=1.311; the two-sided p-value is 0.1900. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 8: P-value
Question P64-Tough-8. A constructed sample from a commuter route study has 82 successes among 132. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-8. The statistic is z=2.785; the two-sided p-value is 0.0053. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 9: Calculator
Question P64-Tough-9. A constructed sample from a school library checkout study has 85 successes among 133. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-9. The statistic is z=3.208; the two-sided p-value is 0.0013. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 10: Conclusion
Question P64-Tough-10. A constructed sample from a package-delivery sample has 76 successes among 134. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-10. The statistic is z=1.555; the two-sided p-value is 0.1200. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 11: Worked FRQ
Question P64-Tough-11. A constructed sample from a package-delivery sample has 76 successes among 135. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-11. The statistic is z=1.463; the two-sided p-value is 0.1434. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 12: Hypotheses
Question P64-Tough-12. A constructed sample from a seedling-growth comparison has 80 successes among 136. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-12. The statistic is z=2.058; the two-sided p-value is 0.0396. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 13: Conditions
Question P64-Tough-13. A constructed sample from a manufacturing fill-volume check has 81 successes among 137. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-13. The statistic is z=2.136; the two-sided p-value is 0.0327. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 14: Null standard error
Question P64-Tough-14. A constructed sample from an online-course completion sample has 81 successes among 138. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-14. The statistic is z=2.043; the two-sided p-value is 0.0411. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 15: z statistic
Question P64-Tough-15. A constructed sample from a city bus arrival investigation has 81 successes among 139. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-15. The statistic is z=1.951; the two-sided p-value is 0.0511. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 16: P-value
Question P64-Tough-16. A constructed sample from a seedling-growth comparison has 88 successes among 140. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-16. The statistic is z=3.043; the two-sided p-value is 0.0023. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 17: Calculator
Question P64-Tough-17. A constructed sample from a school library checkout study has 90 successes among 141. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-17. The statistic is z=3.284; the two-sided p-value is 0.0010. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 18: Conclusion
Question P64-Tough-18. A constructed sample from a school library checkout study has 84 successes among 142. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-18. The statistic is z=2.182; the two-sided p-value is 0.0291. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Tough 19: Worked FRQ
Question P64-Tough-19. A constructed sample from a classroom memory study has 86 successes among 143. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Tough-19. The statistic is z=2.425; the two-sided p-value is 0.0153. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest Practice
Toughest 1: Hypotheses
Question P64-Toughest-1. A constructed sample from a water-filtration experiment has 76 successes among 125. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-1. The statistic is z=2.415; the two-sided p-value is 0.0157. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 2: Conditions
Question P64-Toughest-2. A constructed sample from a public-parks visitor survey has 72 successes among 126. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-2. The statistic is z=1.604; the two-sided p-value is 0.1088. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 3: Null standard error
Question P64-Toughest-3. A constructed sample from a battery-life laboratory trial has 75 successes among 127. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-3. The statistic is z=2.041; the two-sided p-value is 0.0413. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 4: z statistic
Question P64-Toughest-4. A constructed sample from a city bus arrival investigation has 83 successes among 128. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-4. The statistic is z=3.359; the two-sided p-value is 0.0008. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 5: P-value
Question P64-Toughest-5. A constructed sample from a package-delivery sample has 75 successes among 129. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-5. The statistic is z=1.849; the two-sided p-value is 0.0645. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 6: Calculator
Question P64-Toughest-6. A constructed sample from a campus dining survey has 74 successes among 130. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-6. The statistic is z=1.579; the two-sided p-value is 0.1144. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 7: Conclusion
Question P64-Toughest-7. A constructed sample from a tutoring-program evaluation has 73 successes among 131. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-7. The statistic is z=1.311; the two-sided p-value is 0.1900. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 8: Worked FRQ
Question P64-Toughest-8. A constructed sample from a classroom memory study has 81 successes among 132. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-8. The statistic is z=2.611; the two-sided p-value is 0.0090. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 9: Hypotheses
Question P64-Toughest-9. A constructed sample from a seedling-growth comparison has 74 successes among 133. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-9. The statistic is z=1.301; the two-sided p-value is 0.1934. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 10: Conditions
Question P64-Toughest-10. A constructed sample from a tutoring-program evaluation has 76 successes among 134. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-10. The statistic is z=1.555; the two-sided p-value is 0.1200. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 11: Null standard error
Question P64-Toughest-11. A constructed sample from a recycling-behavior survey has 88 successes among 135. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-11. The statistic is z=3.529; the two-sided p-value is 0.0004. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 12: z statistic
Question P64-Toughest-12. A constructed sample from a water-filtration experiment has 76 successes among 136. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-12. The statistic is z=1.372; the two-sided p-value is 0.1701. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 13: P-value
Question P64-Toughest-13. A constructed sample from a commuter route study has 78 successes among 137. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-13. The statistic is z=1.623; the two-sided p-value is 0.1045. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 14: Calculator
Question P64-Toughest-14. A constructed sample from a package-delivery sample has 87 successes among 138. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-14. The statistic is z=3.065; the two-sided p-value is 0.0022. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 15: Conclusion
Question P64-Toughest-15. A constructed sample from a recycling-behavior survey has 88 successes among 139. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-15. The statistic is z=3.138; the two-sided p-value is 0.0017. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 16: Worked FRQ
Question P64-Toughest-16. A constructed sample from a battery-life laboratory trial has 90 successes among 140. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-16. The statistic is z=3.381; the two-sided p-value is 0.0007. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 17: Hypotheses
Question P64-Toughest-17. A constructed sample from a manufacturing fill-volume check has 83 successes among 141. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-17. The statistic is z=2.105; the two-sided p-value is 0.0353. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 18: Conditions
Question P64-Toughest-18. A constructed sample from a tutoring-program evaluation has 89 successes among 142. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-18. The statistic is z=3.021; the two-sided p-value is 0.0025. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
Toughest 19: Null standard error
Question P64-Toughest-19. A constructed sample from a website response-time study has 84 successes among 143. Test against a two-sided alternative.
Worked solution and validity check
Worked solution P64-Toughest-19. The statistic is z=2.091; the two-sided p-value is 0.0366. Interpretation: Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. Validity: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. Error to reject: Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error.
AP Response and Publication Checklist
| Audit point | Required evidence for one proportion z test |
|---|---|
| Scope | Keep distinct from the one-proportion interval in P56. |
| Method or source | A one-proportion z test uses the null value p0 in both centering and standard error because the p-value is calculated under H0. |
| Calculation | |
| Interpretation | Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. |
| Validity | Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0. |
| Correction | Use p0 in the test standard error; using hat p would turn the calculation into the interval standard error. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does hypotheses work in one proportion z test?
Answer for one proportion z test and Hypotheses. The statistic is z=8.080; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. The required validity evidence is: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
How does conditions work in one proportion z test?
Answer for one proportion z test and Conditions. The statistic is z=8.702; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. The required validity evidence is: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
How does null standard error work in one proportion z test?
Answer for one proportion z test and Null standard error. The statistic is z=8.072; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. The required validity evidence is: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
How does z statistic work in one proportion z test?
Answer for one proportion z test and z statistic. The statistic is z=4.704; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. The required validity evidence is: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
How does p-value work in one proportion z test?
Answer for one proportion z test and P-value. The statistic is z=9.434; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. The required validity evidence is: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
How does calculator work in one proportion z test?
Answer for one proportion z test and Calculator. The statistic is z=6.723; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. The required validity evidence is: Check randomization, the 10 percent condition if relevant, and large counts using the null value p0.
How does hypothesis test for population proportion connect to One Proportion z-Test?
hypothesis test for population proportion within one proportion z test. The statistic is z=7.686; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. For Hypotheses, the controlling scope is: Keep distinct from the one-proportion interval in P56.
How does hypothesis test population proportion connect to One Proportion z-Test?
hypothesis test population proportion within one proportion z test. The statistic is z=10.510; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. For Conditions, the controlling scope is: Keep distinct from the one-proportion interval in P56.
How does hypothesis testing for a population proportion connect to One Proportion z-Test?
hypothesis testing for a population proportion within one proportion z test. The statistic is z=8.422; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. For Null standard error, the controlling scope is: Keep distinct from the one-proportion interval in P56.
How does hypothesis testing for population proportions connect to One Proportion z-Test?
hypothesis testing for population proportions within one proportion z test. The statistic is z=7.705; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. For z statistic, the controlling scope is: Keep distinct from the one-proportion interval in P56.
How does hypothesis test for one proportion connect to One Proportion z-Test?
hypothesis test for one proportion within one proportion z test. The statistic is z=6.989; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. For P-value, the controlling scope is: Keep distinct from the one-proportion interval in P56.
How does hypothesis test one proportion connect to One Proportion z-Test?
hypothesis test one proportion within one proportion z test. The statistic is z=5.589; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. For Calculator, the controlling scope is: Keep distinct from the one-proportion interval in P56.
How does hypothesis testing for one proportion connect to One Proportion z-Test?
hypothesis testing for one proportion within one proportion z test. The statistic is z=4.190; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. For Conclusion, the controlling scope is: Keep distinct from the one-proportion interval in P56.
How does one proportion hypothesis test connect to One Proportion z-Test?
one proportion hypothesis test within one proportion z test. The statistic is z=4.900; the two-sided p-value is 0.0000. Compare the p-value with the stated alpha and make a population conclusion in the direction specified by Ha. For Worked FRQ, the controlling scope is: Keep distinct from the one-proportion interval in P56.
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One Proportion z-Test Conclusion
A one-proportion z test uses the null value p0 in both centering and standard error because the p-value is calculated under H0. Mastery of one proportion z test therefore requires the exact evidence, mathematics, interpretation, and scope developed in this guide, while preserving this boundary: Keep distinct from the one-proportion interval in P56.