Solving a Real-World Problem
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Answer:
The probability that a high school member selected at random is on the swim team is
Step-by-step explanation:
Conditional Probability
We use the conditional probability formula to solve this question. It is
In which
P(B|A) is the probability of event B happening, given that A happened.
is the probability of both A and B happening.
P(A) is the probability of A happening.
In this question:
Event A: High school student.
Event B: Is on the swin team.
Probability of selecting a high school student:
Of the 1500 students, 200 are on high school. So
Probability of selecting a high school student who swims:
Of the 1500 students, 45 are high school students who swim. So
What is the probability that a high school member selected at random is on the swim team?
The probability that a high school member selected at random is on the swim team is