Correlation between chi-square and p-value

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The discussion centers on the relationship between p-values and chi-square statistics in hypothesis testing. A p-value greater than 0.95 suggests that the model's errors or uncertainties may have been overestimated, leading to a smaller chi-square value. This indicates that the observed data fits the expected model well, which can be misinterpreted if the uncertainties are inflated. The conversation highlights the importance of accurately estimating errors to avoid misleading conclusions in statistical analysis.

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Why would a p-value greater than .95 plausibly indicate that the errors/uncertainties were overestimated, i.e. a small chi-square?
 
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peripatein said:
Why would a p-value greater than .95 plausibly indicate that the errors/uncertainties were overestimated, i.e. a small chi-square?

Your question isn't clear. Explain what you mean.
 
Never mind, I have meanwhile been able to figure it out on my own. But thank you regardless :-)!
 

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