PSAT Math Multiple-Choice Question 780: Answer and Explanation
Question: 780
What is the best estimation of the probability that a randomly selected 16-year-old from the sample would use texting as his or her primary method of electronic communication?
- A. 0.23
- B. 0.43
- C. 0.49
- D. 0.73
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
(B) To find any probability, divide the number of successes by the number of chances. In this case, the number of successes is the number of 16-year-olds who prefer texting, and the number of chances is the total number of 16-year-olds:
This amount, 0.425, is approximately 0.43 as in choice (B).
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