Each Salesperson in a Large Department Store Chain Is Rated

question 15

Multiple Choice

Each salesperson in a large department store chain is rated with respect to sales potential for advancement. These traits for the 500 salespeople were cross classified into the following table. What is the probability that a salesperson selected at random will have average sales ability and good potential for advancement?

• A) 0.09
• B) 0.12
• C) 0.30
• D) 0.525
• E) None of the choices are correct

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Definitions:

Carbon

A chemical element with symbol C, found in various forms like diamond, graphite, and as a constituent of carbon dioxide, essential for life on Earth.

Electron Configuration

The positioning of electrons in the atomic or molecular orbitals pertaining to an atom or a molecule.

Arsenic

A chemical element with symbol As, known for its various allotropes and toxic compounds, used in semiconductors, pesticides, and historically as a poison.

Electron Configuration

The distribution of electrons of an atom or molecule (or other physical structure) in atomic or molecular orbitals.