GCE Mathematics 1990 Question 49

Question 49

Probability

Two groups of male students cast their vote on a particular proposal. The results are as follows:
Group A: In favour 128, Against 32
Group B: In favour 96, Against 48
If a student in favour of the proposal is selected for a post, what is the probability that he is from group A?

  1. A.8/19
  2. B.16/35
  3. C.10/19
  4. D.4/7
  5. E.4/5
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (4/7)

Explanation

224 students are in favour and 128 of them are in group A: 128/224 = 4/7.