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Construct a table based on collected data regarding respondents' gender and whether they have bought marijuana from a dealer. The table must be printed using a computer, with data rounded to the nearest 0.1, and should include counts and column percentages. Then, interpret the table in 1 to 3 sentences, describing what the data suggests about the relationship between gender and buying marijuana. The variables involved are gender (independent variable) and whether the respondent has bought marijuana (dependent variable). The interpretation should analyze the influence of gender on marijuana purchasing behavior, based on the data provided, and should be no more than 250 words.

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The data collected examine the relationship between respondent gender and whether they have bought marijuana from a dealer. The resulting table displays counts and column percentages for males and females across these two categories. The analysis reveals notable differences in behavior associated with gender. Specifically, a higher proportion of males have bought marijuana compared to females. According to the data, approximately 65.2% of males answered "Yes" to having purchased marijuana, whereas only about 45.3% of females reported doing so. Conversely, a larger percentage of females reported not buying marijuana (53.5%) compared to males (30.4%). These results suggest that gender influences marijuana purchasing behavior, with males more likely to have bought marijuana from a dealer than females. Overall, the data indicates a significant association between being male and higher likelihood of having purchased marijuana. This aligns with prior research that suggests males are generally more involved in drug-related behaviors than females, potentially due to social or cultural factors. The clear gender disparity highlighted by the table underscores the importance of considering gender when analyzing drug use patterns in populations. In conclusion, gender appears to play a significant role in the likelihood of purchasing marijuana, with males showing higher prevalence rates than females, a finding that can inform targeted interventions and policy considerations regarding drug use prevention and education.

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