In an Exit Poll, 45% of Voters Said That the Main

question 53

Essay

In an exit poll, 45% of voters said that the main issue affecting their choices of candidates
was the economy, 35% said national security, and the remaining 20% were not sure.
Suppose we select one of the voters who participated in the exit poll at random and ask
for the main issue affecting his or her choices of candidates.
a. List the sample points for this experiment.
b. Assign reasonable probabilities to the sample points.
c. Find the probability that the main issue affecting his or her choices was either the
economy or national security.

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Definitions:

Power to Bind

The authority granted to an agent or representative to enter into contracts or agreements that legally bind the principal to the terms.

Contract

An agreement between two or more parties creating obligations that are enforceable or otherwise recognizable by law.

Right to Control

The authority or power to regulate, direct, or command something or someone's actions or decisions.

Conduct

Refers to the manner in which an individual behaves, especially within a professional or formal context.