WAEC Mathematics 2023 Question 42

Question 42

Probability

The bar chart represents the distribution of marks scored by students in an Economics examination. If the failed mark was 4, what is the probability that a student selected at random passed?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.0.64
  2. B.0.36
  3. C.0.74
  4. D.0.52
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (0.64)

Explanation

Students who passed scored 5 to 8 marks: 12 + 7 + 5 + 10 = 34 out of 53 students. 34/53 ≈ 0.64.