Analyzing Daily Sleep Hours Using
Hypothesis Testing and Parameter
Estimation
Kurt Kevin T. Bombeo
Grade 11 – STEM Platinum
Statistics
Teacher: Kymberly T. Ypil
March 2026
1. Problem Statement
Sleep is essential for students’ physical and mental well-being. This study aims to determine
whether the average number of hours of sleep obtained daily by students is equal to 7
hours. Understanding sleep patterns can help evaluate whether students are getting
sufficient rest.
2. Hypotheses
Null Hypothesis (H₀): μ = 7 hours
Alternative Hypothesis (H₁): μ ≠ 7 hours
3. Methodology
Data was collected using Google Forms. The survey question asked respondents: "How many
hours of sleep do you have daily?" A total of 30 students participated in the survey. The
collected data were organized and analyzed using Google Sheets. Statistical methods applied
include computation of mean, standard deviation, confidence interval, and a one-sample
t-test.
4. Results
Statistic Value
Mean 6.63 hours
Standard Deviation 2.98
Sample Size 30
Confidence Interval (5.52, 7.74)
t-value: -0.68
p-value: 0.50
5. Interpretation of Results
The computed p-value of 0.50 is greater than the significance level of 0.05. Therefore, we fail
to reject the null hypothesis. This indicates that there is no statistically significant difference
between the sample mean and the hypothesized mean of 7 hours.
Additionally, the confidence interval (5.52, 7.74) contains the value 7, which further
supports the conclusion that the true mean sleep hours may be equal to 7 hours.
6. Graphical Analysis
A histogram of the data would show that most students sleep between 6 and 7 hours per
night. A boxplot would indicate the spread of the data and highlight the presence of an
outlier (21 hours). Despite this outlier, the majority of the data clusters around the mean,
supporting the statistical findings.
7. Conclusion
Based on the analysis, there is insufficient evidence to conclude that the average sleep
duration of students differs from 7 hours. This suggests that, on average, students are
getting approximately the recommended amount of sleep. However, variability in individual
responses indicates that not all students maintain consistent sleep patterns. The outlier
indicates that some students may have irregular sleep patterns, which could affect their
daily performance. This study helped me understand how statistical tools can be applied to
real-life situations such as sleep habits.
8. Limitations and Recommendations
One limitation of this study is the presence of an extreme value (21 hours), which may affect
the overall results. Additionally, the data relies on self-reported responses, which may not
always be accurate.
Future studies may include a larger sample size and more controlled data collection
methods to improve accuracy.
9. Documentation of Data Collection
The data for this study was collected through Google Forms. The survey question used was:
"How many hours of sleep do you have daily?" A total of 30 respondents participated.
Responses were automatically recorded and compiled for analysis.
People who participated in this study:
1.) Fajardo
2.) Davila
3.) Ellos
4.) Baynos
5.) Ocañada
6.) Gonzales
7.) Nebril
8.) Alpas
9.) Ferolino
10.) Sinoy
11.) De Ontoy
12.) Abendan
13.) Quiamco
14.) Sumilhig
15.) Inoferio
16.) Tan
17.) Cabico
18.) Gerago
19.) Dandan
20.) Hisoler
21.) Almazan
22.) Bayutas
23.) Barinque
24.) Empleo
25.) Española
26.) Nacua
27.) Tano
28.) Tugahan
29.) Bacasmas
30.) Anga