Chapter 1, Problem 32P

Use the following data to answer the next five exercises: A pair of studies ‘was performed to measure the effectiveness of a new software program designed to help stroke patients regain their problem-solving skills. Patients were asked to use the software program twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. The studies observed 200 stroke patients recovering over a period of several weeks. The first study collected the data in Table 1.31. The second study collected the data in Table 1.32.

32. The company takes the two studies as proof that their softs are causes mental improvement in stroke patients. Is this a fair statement?