Classify the two given samples as independent or dependent. Sample 1: The weights in pounds of 21 newborn females
Sample 2: The weights in pounds of 21 newborn males
A)independent
B)dependent

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The two samples are independent because they represent two different populations (newborn females and newborn males). The weights of newborn females have no influence on the weights of newborn males, and vice versa. The two samples are independent because they consist of completely separate groups (females and males) and there is no relationship or connection between the weights of the newborn females and males.

Classify the Two Given Samples as Independent or Dependent