In a recent study the following data were obtained in respon
In a recent study, the following data were obtained in response to the question, “Do you favor recycling in your neighborhood?”
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If a person is picked at random, what is the probability that the person is either male or has no opinion regarding recycling?
| Yes | No | No Opinion | |
| Males | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Females | 30 | 10 | 10 |
Solution
P( Male) = (25+15+10) / 100 = 0.5
P( Has No Opnion ) = 20 / 100 = 0.20
P( Male OR Has No Opnion) = 0.50 + 0.20 = 0.70
