Question

the weather forecaster says that there is an 80% chance of rain today. which statement describes the likelihood that it will rain today? it is likely that it will rain today. it is neither likely nor unlikely that it will rain today. it is unlikely that it will rain today. it will not rain today.

Explanation:

Probability values range from \(0\) (impossible) to \(1\) (certain). A probability of \(80\%=0.8\) is close to \(1\). When a probability is high (usually greater than \(0.5\)), the event is considered likely.

Answer:

It is likely that it will rain today.