The Following Represent a Tutor's Estimate of the Probability of Students

question 1

Multiple Choice

The following represent a tutor's estimate of the probability of students A, B, C and D failing an examination. Which student does the tutor consider has the best chance of passing the examination?

• A)student A = 0
• B)student B = 0.5
• C)student C = 0.6
• D)student D = 0.2

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