Question

according to a certain countrys department of education, 42.6% of 3 - year - olds are enrolled in day care. what is the probability that a randomly selected 3 - year - old is enrolled in day care?
the probability that a randomly selected 3 - year - old is enrolled in day care is
(type an integer or a decimal)

Explanation:

Step1: Convert percentage to decimal

To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide by 100.
$$42.6\%=\frac{42.6}{100}$$

Step2: Calculate the decimal value

$$\frac{42.6}{100}=0.426$$

Answer:

0.426