Q1. [1] § Chapter Opening and Epigraph § 14.1 Probability — A Theoretical Approach § 14.2 Summary
In a group of 20 people, 5 can't swim. If one person is selected at random, then the probability that he/she can swim, is
- A $\dfrac{3}{4}$
- B $\dfrac{1}{3}$
- C 1
- D $\dfrac{1}{4}$
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Model Answer
Total people = 20; people who can swim = 20 − 5 = 15.
$$P(\text{can swim}) = \frac{15}{20} = \frac{3}{4}$$
Answer: A $\dfrac{3}{4}$
Source: Chapter 14, Section 14.1
Explanation
Subtract the 5 non-swimmers from 20 to get 15 favourable outcomes, then apply the formula P(E) = favourable outcomes ÷ total outcomes. Examiner expects the subtraction step shown and the fraction simplified to 3/4.
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