The Table Lists the Drinking Habits of a Group of College

question 20

Multiple Choice

The table lists the drinking habits of a group of college students. If a student is chosen at random, find theprobability of getting someone who is a man or a woman. Round your answer to three decimal places. $$\begin{array} { l | c | c | c | c } \text { Sex } & \text { Non-drinker } & \text { Regular Drinker } & \text { Heavy Drinker } & \text { Total } \\\hline \text { Man } & 135 & 58 & 5 & 198 \\\text { Woman } & 187 & 21 & 8 & 216 \\\text { Total } & 322 & 79 & 13 & 414\end{array}$$

• A) 1
• B) 0.930
• C) 0.778
• D) 0.222

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for producing hormones that regulate vital bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, sleep, and various emotional responses.

Feedback Loop

A system in which glands regulate each other’s functioning through a series of hormonal messages.

Pituitary Gland

The pituitary gland is a small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, important for controlling growth, metabolism, and the function of other glands in the endocrine system.

Estrogen Production

The process by which the female body produces estrogen, a key hormone responsible for the regulation of the reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics.