There is some concern that if a woman has an epidural to reduce pain during childbirth, the drug can get into the baby s bloodstream, making the baby sleepier and less willing to breastfeed. In December 2006, the International Breastfeeding Journal published results of a study conducted at Sydney University. Researchers followed up on 1178 births, noting whether the mother had an epidural and whether the baby was still nursing after 6 months. Results are summarized in the table.
a) What kind of test would be appropriate?
b) State the null and alternative hypotheses.