In previous years, 46% of candidates taking a Business Analytics exam have passed and have therefore been exempt from one prerequisite course. Resources made available such as tutoring and library...

In previous years, 46% of candidates taking a Business Analytics exam have passed and have therefore been exempt from one prerequisite course. Resources made available such as tutoring and library prep books have improved the passing rates of candidates. In a sample of 300 recent applicants, 150 passed the exam.

1. At the 0.01 level of significance, can we conclude that the proportion of candidates passing the exam has increased?


2. Determine and interpret the
   pvalue for the test.