Probability of Chance Events Quick Check
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Question
Use the table to answer the question.
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?
(1 point)
Responses
0.28
0.28
0.24
0.24
0.72
0.72
0.45
To find the probability of the spinner landing on a consonant, add up the frequencies of K, N, and D (since they are consonants): 120 (K) + 105 (N) + 135 (D) = 360.
Then, divide this total by the total number of outcomes: 360 / 500 = 0.72.
Therefore, the approximate probability that the spinner will stop on a consonant on the next spin is 0.72.
The correct response is: 0.72