WAEC Mathematics 1992 Question 45

Question 45

Probability

A number is chosen at random from the set {1, 2, 3, ….., 9, 10}. What is the probability that the number is greater than or equal to 7?

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

Answer: C (2/5)

Explanation

The numbers 7, 8, 9 and 10 qualify: 4 out of 10, which is 2/5.