Sample X is reported to contain 40.00% C, 6.71% H

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Sample X is reported to contain 40.00% C, 6.71% H, and 53.29% O by mass. Sample Y is reported to contain 40.15% C, 6.73% H, and 53.12% O by mass. Using these data, explain whether the two samples are likely to be the same pure compound, citing the relevant chemical principle.

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