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A research poll included 1762 randomly selected adults who were asked whether "global warming is a problem that
requires immediate government action." Results showed that 975 of those surveyed indicated that immediate
government action is required. A news reporter wants to determine whether these survey results constitute strong
evidence that the majority (more than 50%) of people believe that immediate government action is required. Complete
parts (a) through (c) below.
a. What is the best estimate of the proportion of adults who believe that immediate government action is required?
The best estimate is ☐
(Round to three decimal places as needed.)
Transcribed Image Text:A research poll included 1762 randomly selected adults who were asked whether "global warming is a problem that requires immediate government action." Results showed that 975 of those surveyed indicated that immediate government action is required. A news reporter wants to determine whether these survey results constitute strong evidence that the majority (more than 50%) of people believe that immediate government action is required. Complete parts (a) through (c) below. a. What is the best estimate of the proportion of adults who believe that immediate government action is required? The best estimate is ☐ (Round to three decimal places as needed.)
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