Question

In a survey of 200 ladies, it was found that 82 like coffee while 118 dislike it. From these ladies, one is choosen at random. What is the probability that the chosen lady dislikes coffee?

• A. $\frac{59}{100}$
• B. $\frac{41}{100}$
• C. $\frac{100}{59}$
• D. $\frac{100}{41}$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $\frac{59}{100}$

Total number of ladies = 200
Total number of ladies who like coffee = 82
Total number of ladies who like coffee = 118
$\therefore$ Probability of a lady disliking coffee = $\frac{118}{200}=\frac{59}{100}$