The Office of Records at a University Has Stated That

question 45

Essay

The office of records at a university has stated that the proportion of incoming female students who major in business has increased. A sample of female students taken several years ago is compared with a sample of female students this year. Results are summarized below. Has the proportion increased significantly? Test at alpha  .10.

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