In a Campaign Speech, a Candidate for Governor Stated That

question 117

True/False

In a campaign speech, a candidate for governor stated that about 63 percent of the people in the state were in favor of spending additional money on higher education. After the speech, a polling agency surveyed a random sample of 400 people and found 234 people who favored more spending on higher education. Based on the candidate's statement, the probability of finding 234 or fewer is approximately 0.97.

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Definitions:

Motherhood Mandate

The societal expectation that defines women's primary identity and value in terms of their capacity and willingness to bear and nurture children.

Nurturance Mandate

The cultural expectation that women will assume responsibility for caregiving and emotional support within their relationships and communities.

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Describes behaviors or interests that do not conform to the traditional expectations of one's gender.

Loneliness

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