Which of the Following Is an Example of an Independent

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an independent sample?

• A) The average number of energy drinks consumed per day by a group of male students is compared to the average number of energy drinks consumed per day by the general population.
• B) Male students are compared to female students on the average number of hours they study each weekday.
• C) The average amount spent on fashion magazines per month by a group of teenagers is compared to the average amount spent on sports magazines per month by the same group of teenagers.
• D) The average amount spent on purchasing cosmetics by women in their early 30s to the average amount they spend on purchasing fashion accessories.
• E) The time spent by a group of female students in the library is compared to the time spent by them in the cafeteria.

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