1. The statistical studies done by the drug company appears to be more relevant.
According to the study a sample of 80 smokers are given the new drug whereas another 80 smokers are given a placebo.
Now 35 of 80 smokers who received the new medicine are still abstinent from smoking whereas 32 of 80 who were given placebo are abstinent from smoking.
this clearly shows that the new drug has worked well.
Applying Guidelines. In the exercises below, determine which of the eight guidelines for evaluating statistical studies...