Assume that a 2005 poll of 1000 American voters found that 76% of Republicans favored ending the tax on dividend income, as did 42% of Democrats and 54% of Independents. Also assume that Republicans comprise 45% of American voters, Democrats 45% and Independents 10%.

a. What percentage of American voters are in favor of ending the tax on dividend income?

b. Is party affiliation independent of whether one favors ending the tax on dividends?

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