Solve the Problem. -A Poll of 2000 Randomly Selected Students in Grades 6

question 140

Essay

Solve the problem.
-A poll of 2000 randomly selected students in grades 6 through 8 was conducted and found that 41% enjoy
playing sports. Would confidence in the results increase if the sample size were 3800 instead of 2000? Why or
why not?

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Definitions:

Hyperpolarization

A state in which the membrane potential of a cell becomes more negative than its normal resting potential.

Blood pH

The measurement of acidity or alkalinity in the blood, essential for maintaining homeostasis and normal bodily function.

Respiratory Center

A region of the brain stem involved in the regulation of breathing rhythm and depth.

Intracellular Enzymes

Enzymes that function within the cells to facilitate metabolic processes and biochemical reactions.