John Runs a Computer Software Store

question 16

Multiple Choice

John runs a computer software store. He counted 124 people who walked by his store in a day, 54 of whom came into the store. Of the 54, only 22 bought something in the store. Estimate the probability that a person who walks into the store will buy something. Round your answer to the nearest hundredth.

• A)0.61
• B)0.41
• C)0.18
• D)0.44
• E)none of these choices

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Definitions:

Attribution

The process by which individuals explain the causes of behavior and events, often attributing them to internal dispositions or external situations.

Dimensions

in the context of behavior, refers to the measurable attributes of actions, such as frequency, intensity, and duration.

Types of Attributions

These are explanations for behaviors or events, often categorized as internal (personal) or external (situational) attributions.

Expectancy

In psychology, the anticipation or belief regarding the likelihood that a particular behavior will lead to a specific outcome, heavily influencing motivations and actions.