A researcher is investigating how different workspace layouts affect workplace communication. They observe and record the types of interactions between employees during a one-hour period. The frequency of each behavior is shown in Table 1 below.
| Verbal interaction | Non-verbal interaction | No interaction | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Layout A (Open-plan) | 42 | 31 | 17 |
| Office Layout B (Cubicle-style) | 15 | 28 | 45 |
When he looks at the results in Table 1, the researcher says, "I can see there is a difference in communication types across the two office layouts, but is this difference significant at the 0.05 level of significance?"
What do the research assistants need to do with the data in Table 1 so that they can answer the researcher's question? Explain your answer.
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