A Study Was Conducted in a Large Population of Adults

question 88

Multiple Choice

A study was conducted in a large population of adults concerning eyeglasses for correcting reading vision.Based on an examination by a qualified professional,the individuals were judged as to whether or not they needed to wear glasses for reading.In addition it was determined whether or not they were currently using glasses for reading.The following table provides the proportions found in the study. Suppose two adults are selected from the population independently and at random.What is the probability that both were judged to need eyeglasses and neither was using them for reading?

• A)0.36
• B)0.1296
• C)0.0324
• D)0.9216
• E)0.18

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