8.70 Alternative therapies The Department of Public Health at the University of Western Australia conducted a survey in which they randomly sampled general practitioners

(GP) in Australia. One question asked whether the GP had ever studied alternative therapy, such as acupuncture, hypnosis, homeopathy, and yoga. Of 282 respondents, 132 said yes. Is the interpretation, “We are 95% confident that the percentage of all GPs in Australia who have ever studied alternative therapy equals 46.8%”

correct or incorrect? Explain.