13. In a random survey of registered voters, respondents were asked whether they
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13. In a random survey of registered voters, respondents were asked whether they support a proposed piece of legislation. Additionally, since the legislation could affect various age groups differently, the respondents' ages were also noted.
The table below summarizes the results.
Age Category (in Years)
18-35 36-60 61+ Total
Yes 3,125 2,025 1,000 6,150
No 1,875 2,975 4,000 8,850
Total 5,000 5,000 5,000 15,000
Based on the survey results, the probability that a randomly chosen registered voter in the 18-35 age category will support the legislation is approximately:
Question 13 options:
0.208
0.410
0.508
0.625
0.208
0.410
0.508
0.625
Explanation / Answer
P(A randomly chosen registered voter in the 18-35 age category will support the legislation)
= 3125 / 5000
= 5 / 8
= 0.625
Option D is correct.
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