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Test statistic and P-value in chi-square tests with two-way tables

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Problem

A researcher wanted to see if different breeds of dogs preferred toys of certain colors. The researcher presented each dog with 3 toys, identical except that each was a different color, and recorded which toy the dog played with the most in a set time period. Here are the outcomes and partial results of a chi-square test (expected counts appear below observed counts):
Chi-square test: Breed vs. toy color
YellowPurpleBlackTotal
Beagle16301460
242313
Collie27231060
242313
Husky29161560
242313
Total726939180
They want to use these results to carry out a χ2 test for homogeneity. Assume that all conditions for inference were met.
What are the values of the test statistic and P-value for their test?
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