In a batch of 890 calculators, 12 were found to be defective. What is the probability that a calculator chosen at random will be defective? Write the probability as a percent. Round to the nearest tenth of a percent if necessary.

A. 74%

B. 1.3%

C. 98.7%

D. 1.8%

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3 September, 05:10

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Sophia Acevedo · Answer 1

12/890 are defective. x/100 are defective.

Multiply 12 by 100 and 890 by x.

1200/890x.

1200/890=1.34

There is a 1.3% chance.

Your answer is B.)

In a batch of 890 calculators, 12 were found to be defective. What is the probability that a calculator chosen at random will be defective? Write the probability as a percent. Round to the nearest tenth of a percent if necessary.A. 74%B. 1.3%C. 98.7%D. 1.8%