14. In a Harris poll, adults were asked if they are in favor of abolishing the p

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14.

In a Harris poll, adults were asked if they are in favor of abolishing the penny. Among the responses, 1206 answered "no," 493 answered "yes," and 395 had no opinion. What is the sample proportion of yes responses, and what notation is used to represent it?

Choose the correct answer below.

A. p with a caret=0.235. the symbol P with a caret is used to represent a sample proportion.

B. p with a caret=0.290. the symbol P with a caret is used to represent a sample proportion.

C. p=0.290. The symbol p is used to represent a sample proportion.

D. p=0.235. The symbol p is used to represent a sample proportion.

Explanation / Answer

total number of reponses = 1206 + 493 + 395 = 2094

=>

proportion of yes p = 493/2094 = 0.235

hence choose D)

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