TABLE 12-8 A Study Published in the American Journal of Public Health

question 120

Multiple Choice

TABLE 12-8
A study published in the American Journal of Public Health was conducted to determine whether the use of seat belts in motor vehicles in San Diego County depends on ethnic status. A sample of 792 children treated for injuries sustained from motor vehicle accidents was obtained, and each child was classified according to (1) ethnic status (Hispanic or non-Hispanic) and (2) seat belt usage (worn or not worn) during the accident. The number of children in each category is given in the table below.

-Referring to Table 12-8, at 5% level of significance, there is sufficient evidence to conclude that

• A) use of seat belts in motor vehicles is related to ethnic status in San Diego County.
• B) use of seat belts in motor vehicles depends on ethnic status in San Diego County.
• C) use of seat belts in motor vehicles is associated with ethnic status in San Diego County.
• D) All of the above.

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