Essential Statistics
Essential Statistics
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9781259570643
Author: Navidi
Publisher: MCG
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2-Proportion Test
In a 2-proportion test, two separate proportions are measured at the same time, and their similarity is evaluated. It is also known as a 2-proportion z-test, and a comparison of two different proportions is done in this method.
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Chapter 1.4, Problem 17E

Nuclear power, anyone? In a survey conducted by representatives of the nuclear power industry, people were asked the question: “Do you favor the construction of nuclear power plants in order to reduce our dependence on foreign oil?” A group opposed to the use of nuclear power conducted a survey with the question: “Do you favor the construction of nuclear power plants that can kill thousands of people in an accident?”

  1. a. Do you think that the percentage of people favoring the construction of nuclear power plants would be about the same in both surveys?
  2. b. Would either of the two surveys produce reliable results? Explain.
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