Ad claims 5 out of 6 students prefer talking than texting. Is the prediction correct is 500 out of 60? Explain why predicting is wrong
Mathematics · Middle School · Tue Nov 03 2020
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Given the statement:
Ad claims 5 out of 6 students prefer talking than texting.
Determine if the prediction 500 out of 60 is correct.
Explanation:
The prediction is wrong since we have a greater value more than it is being derived from. 500 exceeds 60, and this means that the number 500 cannot be included in the scope of 60. Hence if the total number of students is 60, then we cannot say that 500 of those 60 students prefer to talk. The prediction is just wrong.