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Resource: Data Scenario (assigned by instructor) THIS IS THE SCENARIO THAT NEEDS TO BE USED AND INCORPORATED INTO THE ASSIGNMENT: Research Data Critique Scenario Two The CEO of ABC manufacturing commissioned a study to look at the differences between the current salaries of her employees (n = 474) and their starting salaries. The study collected current and beginning salary data for each of the 474 employees and the researcher conducted a statistic and the results are presented below. Using the five steps of hypothesis testing, explain what the researcher might have done, including the appropriate analysis, and interpret the results. Are there any problems with this study? If so, explain what they are. Beginning salary mean = $17,016.09, SD = $7,870 Current salary mean = $34,419.57 SD = $17,075 Test statistic = 35.036, p <.05 Complete the following based on your assigned Data Scenario: •Describe the research problem. -Conduct a literature review and locate two articles that relate to the research problem. -Use the articles to assist in describing the problem. •Formulate the null hypothesis and the alternative hypothesis. •Determine if the null hypothesis should be rejected or retained based on the results. •Support the decision with references from the text. Write a 200- to 350-word summary of the results. GRADING RUBERIC: Content 60 Percent • Describes the research problem through a literature review. • Explains a formulated null hypothesis and alternative hypothesis. • Describes whether the null hypothesis should be rejected or retained and why. Organization and Development 20 Percent • The paper is 200 to 350 words in length. • The paper is clear and organized; major points are supported by details, examples, or analysis. • The tone aligns with the assignment’s purpose and is geared toward the appropriate audience. • The paper provides relevant and sufficient background on the topic. • The paper is logical, flows, and reviews the major points. Mechanics and Format 20 Percent • The assignment file is presentable and functional. • Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. • The paper—including the title page, reference page, tables, and any appendices—is consistent with APA guidelines.