WAEC Mathematics 2004 Question 35

Question 35

Probability

The table below gives the marks scored by a group of students in a test.
Mark: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Frequency: 1, 2, 7, 5, 4, 3
What is the probability of selecting a student from the group that scored 2 or 3?

  1. A.1/11
  2. B.5/22
  3. C.7/22
  4. D.6/11
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (6/11)

Explanation

12 of the 22 students scored 2 or 3: 12/22 = 6/11.