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A movie theater owner determined that about 2 out of every 5 customers purchases popcorn. Which simulation could be used to answer questions about customers purchasing popcorn?

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User Tlovely
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Answer:

The spinner

Explanation:

The spinner has 5 colors on it. So there's a 2/5 chance of landing on green every time it's spun

The dice can have 6 different outcomes. The coin flipping has 2 outcomes, but only 2 events as well.

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User Harsimran
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Answer:

The spinner

Explanation:

The spinner will work because there is a 2/5 chance of landing on green everytime it is spun

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