The Following Table Shows the Heights (In Inches)of Individuals Recorded

question 59

Essay

The following table shows the heights (in inches)of individuals recorded recently for two families,the Williamses and the Thomases,in Chicago,Illinois: a.Construct a 95% interval estimate of the ratio of the population variances.
b.Using the computed confidence interval,test if the ratio of the population variances differs from one at the 5% significance level.Explain.

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Analytic Thought

A cognitive process that involves breaking down complex information or problems into smaller parts or basic principles for better understanding and problem-solving.

Deductive Reasoning

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Concrete Reasoning

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