Which type of test will you run? What is the independent variable? What is the dependent variable?

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A recent study examined the drinking behaviors of undergraduate college students (male and female freshmen). Each participant was asked how many alcoholic beverages they consumed during the past 7 days. The researchers wish to determine if there is a difference in the drinking habits of males and females in this age group.

A recent study examined the drinking behaviors of undergraduate college students (male and female freshmen). Each participant was asked how many alcoholic beverages they consumed during the past 7 days. The researchers wish to determine if there is a difference in the drinking habits of male and females in this age group. 

Female

Male

9

13

5

9

5

7

9

11

8

10

3

5

5

6

2

10

1

16

7

12

  1. Which type of test will you run?
  2. What is the independent variable?
  3. What is the dependent variable?

 

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