Null and alternative hypotheses

Null and alternative hypotheses - car thefts

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A state representative is reported as saying that about 10% of reported auto thefts involve owners whose cars have not really been stolen, but who are trying to defraud their insurance company. What null and alternative hypotheses would be appropriate in evaluating the statement made by this legislator? Explain fully.

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