The manager of an automobile dealership is considering a new bonus plan designed to increase sales volume. Currently, the mean sales volume is automobiles per month. The manager wants to conduct a research study to see whether the new bonus plan increases sales volume. To collect data on the plan, a sample of sales personnel will be allowed to sell under the new bonus plan for a one-month period.

a.Which form of the null and alternative hypotheses most appropriate for this situation.

b.Select the conclusion when cannot be rejected.