Brian Wants to Obtain a Confidence Interval Estimate Of $\mathrm { p } _ { 1 } - \mathrm { p } _ { 2 }$

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Essay

Brian wants to obtain a confidence interval estimate of $\mathrm { p } _ { 1 } - \mathrm { p } _ { 2 }$ where p1 represents the proportion of American women who smoke and p2 represents the proportion of American men who smoke. He randomly selects 100 married couples. Among the 100 women in the sample are 21 smokers. Among the 100 men are 29 smokers. Are the requirements for obtaining a confidence interval estimate of $\mathrm { p } 1 - \mathrm { p } 2$ satisfied? If not, which requirement is not satisfied?

Distinguish between different psychological disorders and symptoms.

Relate historical and social contexts to the treatment and perception of mental illnesses.

Understand the legal and societal implications of terms related to mental health.

Recognize biological and genetic factors in mental health and disorders.

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