Question

A In a concert band, the probability that a member is in the brass section is

0.50. The probability that a member plays trombone, given that he or she is in
the brass section, is 0.24.
What is the probability that a randomly selected band member is in the brass
section and plays trombone?
A. 0.26
B. 0.74
C. 0.12
D. 0.48

Answer 1

C. 0.12

Explanation:

Let's use a sample number of 100

Out of 100 members, 50 are in the brass section

Out of those 50, 24% play the trombone. This means that 12 people total play the trombone.

12/100 is .12.. That is the final answer