Question

The probability that an event will occur is . Which of these best describes the likelihood of the event occurring? (5 points)

Group of answer choices

Likely

Certain

Unlikely

Impossible

Answer 1

Unlikely

Explanation:

P(X) = 1 is certain

P(X) = 0 is impossible

P(X) < 0.5 is unlikely

P(X) > 0.5 is likely

Since ⅛ < ½, it's unlikely to occur

Answer 2

Unlikely

Explanation:

Probability of a number can only be from 0 to 1

8/8 = 1 = certain

4/8 = 1/2 = likely

0/8 = impossible

1/8 = unlikely