Question

classify the following statement as an example of classical probability, empirical probability, or subjective probability. explain your reasoning.
according to company records, the probability that a washing machine will need repairs during a five - year period is 0.28.
this is an example of probability, since

Explanation:

Empirical probability is based on observed data or experiments. Here, the probability is derived from company records (observed data about washing - machine repairs over a five - year period). Classical probability is based on equally likely outcomes (e.g., rolling a fair die), and subjective probability is based on personal judgment or belief. Since this is based on past records (data collection and observation), it is empirical.

Answer:

This is an example of empirical probability, since it is based on observed data (company records) of washing - machine repairs over a five - year period.