Practice mode Statistical Inference

In a Wilcoxon rank-sum test, which statement about ties is correct?

Correct answer A. Ties between the two samples may affect the decision

Explanation

Tied values within one sample receive average ranks that leave that sample's rank sum unchanged, but ties between the two samples can alter the rank sums and the decision.

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