sequential probability ratio test

noun

A type of statistical test used to evaluate a hypothesis to within a specified level of confidence while minimizing the number of samples required to come to a decision.

Meanings

nounsequential probability ratio test (plural sequential probability ratio tests)

plural sequential probability ratio tests

  1. mathematicsA type of statistical test used to evaluate a hypothesis to within a specified level of confidence while minimizing the number of samples required to come to a decision.
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