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Making Predictions

In this topic, we will learn to make predictions based on given probability figures (experimental as well as theoretical).
Practice Question
1

Based on a sample survey, a local newspaper states that 15% of the city’s residents have volunteered at an animal shelter. Out of 5,000 residents, how many would you predict have volunteered at the animal shelter?

 
Possible Answers
Your Answer
Correct Answer
A)

600
B)

650
C)

700
D)

750
Practice Question
2

Based on a sample survey, a local newspaper claims that 72% of the town households receive their paper. Out of 15,000 households, how many would you predict receive the paper?

 
Possible Answers
Your Answer
Correct Answer
A)

10,000
B)

10,800
C)

11,800
D)

12,000
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