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Sex-wise comparison of severity of gingivitis (PMA index); Chi-square value = 1.55, df = 3, p = 0.669 (p > 0.05, nonsignificant)
| Age-groups (year) | Normal n (%) | Mild n (%) | Moderate n (%) | Severe n (%) | Total n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 194 (37.4%) | 203 (39.1%) | 109 (21%) | 13 (2.5%) | 519 (100%) |
| Female | 182 (34.3%) | 224 (42.2%) | 114 (21.5%) | 11 (2.07%) | 531 (100%) |
| Total | 376 (35.8%) | 427 (40.7%) | 223 (21.2%) | 24 (2.28%) | 1,050 (100%) |
