A researcher is using a chi-square test for independence to evaluate the relationship between birth-order position and self-esteem. Each individual is classified as being 1st born, 2nd born, or 3rd born, and self-esteem is categorized as either high or low. For this study, what is the df value for the chi-square statistic?

a. 1 c. 3
b. 2 d. 4


B

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