Question

which of the following best describes a probability of \\( \frac { 1 } { 4 } \\)?
a. impossible
b. certain
c. likely
d. unlikely

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze probability ranges

• Probability of \(0\) is impossible.
• Probability of \(1\) is certain.
• Probability close to \(1\) (e.g., \(0.75 - 1\)) is likely.
• Probability close to \(0\) (e.g., \(0 - 0.25\)) is unlikely.

Step2: Evaluate \(\frac{1}{4}=0.25\)

Since \(0.25\) is close to \(0\) (in the range \(0 - 0.25\)).

Answer:

d. Unlikely