A Powerful Women's Group Has Claimed That Men and Women $\pi$

question 66

Multiple Choice

A powerful women's group has claimed that men and women differ in attitudes about sexual discrimination.A group of 50 men (group 1) and 40 women (group 2) were asked if they thought sexual discrimination is a problem in Australia.Of those sampled,11 of the men and 19 of the women did believe that sexual discrimination is a problem.
-Assuming W designates women's responses and M designates men's,which of the following are the appropriate null and alternative hypotheses to test the group's claim?

• A) H₀: \(\pi\)_W - \(\pi\)_M \(\le\) 0 versus H₁: \(\pi\)_W - \(\pi\)_M < 0
• B) H₀: \(\pi\)_W - \(\pi\)_M \(\le\) 0 versus H₁: \(\pi\)_W - \(\pi\)_M > 0
• C) H₀: \(\pi\)_W - \(\pi\)_M = 0 versus H₁: \(\pi\)_W - \(\pi\)_M \(\neq\) 0
• D) H₀: \(\pi\)_W - \(\pi\)_M \(\ge\) 0 versus H₁: \(\pi\)_W - \(\pi\)_M < 0

---

Definitions:

Glucose Uptake

The process by which cells absorb glucose from the bloodstream, which is then used as a form of energy.

Thirst

The sensation and regulatory mechanism that motivates the consumption of liquids to maintain optimal levels of body hydration.

Glucagon

A hormone produced by the pancreas that raises blood glucose levels, serving as a counter-regulatory mechanism for insulin.

Pancreas

A gland in the digestive and endocrine system that produces insulin and digestive enzymes.