1. 10.6 probability.notebook March 29, 2013
Probability how likely an event will occur. From 0 to 1
can be expressed as a decimal, fraction, or percent
Probability of an event: number of favorable outcomes
total outcomes
What is the probability that the spinner shown lands on red?
3. 10.6 probability.notebook March 29, 2013
The table shows results of a survey asking students to name their favorite type
of footwear. What is the experimental probability that a randomly chosen student
prefers (a) sneakers or (b) shoes or boots?
Boots 120
Shoes 204
Sandals 556
Sneakers 820
