When evaluating a report, Lance saw that 58% of the respondents to a survey think that the school year should be lengthened, while 42% think it should remain the same. The margin of error of the survey was ±10%. Which statement is true?
The population proportion of those who think the school year should be lengthened:
a. is definitely greater than the proportion of those who think it should remain the same
b. is definitely less than the proportion of those who think it should remain the same
c. is definitely equal
d. may or may not be less

Question

When evaluating a report, Lance saw that 58% of the respondents to a survey think that the school year should be lengthened, while 42% think it should remain the same. The margin of error of the survey was ±10%. Which statement is true?
The population proportion of those who think the school year should be lengthened:
a. is definitely greater than the proportion of those who think it should remain the same
b. is definitely less than the proportion of those who think it should remain the same
c. is definitely equal
d. may or may not be less

anonymous · Answer

I'm actually pretty sure it's d I just have to make sure I get it right.