Find the Indicated Probability $\frac { 1 } { 4 }$

question 169

Multiple Choice

Find the indicated probability. Round your answer to 6 decimal places when necessary.
-A class consists of 11 women and 44 men. If a student is randomly selected, what is the probability that the student is a woman?

• A) \(\frac { 1 } { 4 }\)
• B) \(\frac { 1 } { 55 }\)
• C) \(\frac { 1 } { 5 }\)
• D) \(\frac { 4 } { 5 }\)

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Definitions:

Thoracic Wall

The bony and muscular structures forming the chest cavity that protect thoracic organs and assist in breathing.

Subclavian Vein

A major vein located under the clavicle that drains blood from the upper extremities back to the heart.

Internal Jugular

A major vein in the neck, carrying blood from the head, brain, face, and neck back to the heart.

Posterior Intercostal

Pertaining to the muscles and arteries located between the ribs at the back side of the body, assisting in the mechanical aspect of breathing.