The Two-Way Table Summarizes Data from the Human Resource Department

question 31

Multiple Choice

The two-way table summarizes data from the human resource department at a university: New Hires $$\begin{array} { l | c c | c } & \text { Tenure } & \text { Adjunct } & \text { Total } \\\hline \text { Men } & 22 & 15 & 37 \\\text { Women } & 20 & 19 & 39 \\\hline \text { Total } & 42 & 34 & 76\end{array}$$ What is the probability (rounded to three decimal places) that a new hire is female?

• A)0.487
• B)0.434
• C)0.513
• D)0.250
• E)0

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Definitions:

Adrenal Glands

Small, triangular glands located on top of both kidneys that produce hormones crucial for regulating metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, and stress response.

Sex Hormones

Biochemical substances that influence the development and functioning of reproductive systems, including aspects of sexual features and behavior.

Salt Intake

The amount of salt (sodium chloride) consumed by an individual, which can influence health, affecting blood pressure and cardiovascular disease risk.

Adrenal Glands

Small glands located above the kidneys that produce hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, which help regulate metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, response to stress, and other essential functions.