Two random samples of 30 fans of the Blazers soccer team were asked whether the team would need an extra forward, defender, or midfielder for the upcoming final. The data gathered from the two samples is shown in the table below.

Question

Sample Forward Defender Midfielder Total
#1 16 9 5 30
#2 19 7 4 30

Which inference is supported by the data in the table?

Answer 1

Based on the data in the table, it can be inferred that fans in both samples believe that the Blazers soccer team would need an extra forward for the upcoming final. This is because in both samples, the highest number of fans indicated a need for an extra forward compared to defenders or midfielders.