Exhibit 12

question 29

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 12.5 In the following table,individuals are cross-classified by their age group and income level. Refer to Exhibit 12.5.Using the critical value approach,the decision and conclusion are:

• A)Do not reject the null hypothesis,age and income are dependent
• B)Do not reject the null hypothesis,age and income are independent
• C)Reject the null hypothesis,age and income are dependent
• D)Reject the null hypothesis,age and income are independent

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