Question

1. circular spinner

a spinner is divided into 8 equal sectors, but 3 of them are shaded. what is the probability that the spinner lands on a shaded region?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall Probability Formula

The probability \( P \) of an event is the number of favorable outcomes divided by the total number of possible outcomes. So \( P = \frac{\text{Number of shaded sectors}}{\text{Total number of sectors}} \).

Step2: Identify Values

Number of shaded sectors \( = 3 \), total number of sectors \( = 8 \).

Step3: Calculate Probability

Substitute the values into the formula: \( P = \frac{3}{8} \).

Answer:

\(\frac{3}{8}\)