Question

There are two types of books: Fiction and Nonfiction. The probability of selection a fiction book is


\begin{tabular}{|c|c|c|} \hline Books & Fiction & Nonfiction \\ \hline Number of books & 24 & 36 \\ \hline \end{tabular}

• A. $\frac{36}{60}$
• B. $\frac{24}{60}$
• C. $\frac{24}{36}$

Answer 1

The correct option is B $\frac{24}{60}$

Probability = $\frac{Favourableoutcomes}{Totaloutcomes}$

Favourable outcomes = 24

Total outcomes = 24 + 36

= 60

Hence, probability of selecting a fiction book = $\frac{24}{60}$