A Veterinarian Wants to Know If Pit Bulls or Golden

question 76

Multiple Choice

A veterinarian wants to know if pit bulls or golden retrievers have a higher incidence of tooth decay at the age of three. The vet surveys 120 three-year-old pit bulls and finds 30 of them have tooth decay. The vet then surveys 160 three-year-old golden retrievers and finds 32 of them have tooth decay. Number the population of pit bulls and golden retrievers by 1 and 2, respectively. Calculate a 90% confidence interval for the difference in the population proportion of pit bulls and golden retrievers that have tooth decay. Which of the following is correct?

• A) [-0.0492, 0.1492]
• B) [-0.0332, 0.1332]
• C) [0.0199. 0.0801]
• D) [0.0428, 0.0572]

Identify factors that hinder effective critical thinking, such as resistance in various forms and confirmation bias.

Appreciate the role of critical thinking in resisting societal pressures and unjust governance.

Comprehend the stages of cognitive development in college students as proposed by William Perry.

Analyze the impact of critical thinking skills on personal and social well-being.

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