Outcomes:
K
I
N
D
Frequency:
120
140
105
135
A spinner is divided into 4 sections labeled as K , I , N , D . Xavier reproduced the wheel and uses a computer to simulate the outcomes of 500 spins. What is the approximate probability that the spinner will stop on a consonant on the next spin?
To find the approximate probability of the spinner landing on a consonant on the next spin, we must add the frequencies of the outcomes for "K", "N", and "D" together.
Total frequency of consonants = 120 (K) + 105 (N) + 135 (D) = 360
Therefore, the probability of the spinner landing on a consonant on the next spin is:
Probability = Total frequency of consonants / Total number of spins
Probability = 360 / 500
Probability = 0.72
So, the approximate probability that the spinner will stop on a consonant on the next spin is 0.72 or 72%.