Mrs. Phillips has 10 identical cans without labels. She knows that she had 1 can of peas, 5 cans of corn, 1 can of carrots, and 3 cans of beets. She opens one can. What is the probability it is carrots?Corn or beets?
1 Answer
Feb 27, 2017
Explanation:
The formula to determine the probability of an event occurring is:
Only 1 of the 10 identical cans are carrots.
There are 8 cans which have corn or beets.
Notice that, when options are available, "OR" increases the probability. In this case, if the lady is equally happy to open a can of beet or corn, there are 8 tins which will meet this requriement.