Solve the Problem

question 73

Essay

Solve the problem.
-The frequency table below shows the amount of weight loss during the first month of a diet program for both males and females. Compare the results and determine whether there appears to be a significant difference between the two genders. $$\begin{array} { c | c c | c } \text { Weight (lb) } & \text { Frequency (males) } & \text { Weight (lb) } & \text { Frequency (females) } \\\hline 5 - 7 & 2 & 5 - 7 & 4 \\8 - 10 & 9 & 8 - 10 & 3 \\11 - 13 & 18 & 11 - 13 & 19 \\14 - 16 & 13 & 14 - 16 & 5 \\17 - 19 & 4 & 17 - 19 & 15 \\20 - 22 & 1 & 20 - 22 & 1\end{array}$$

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Multiple Causation

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