Question

determine the number of outcomes in the event. decide whether the event is a simple event or not. a computer is used to select randomly a number between 1 and 9, inclusive. event a is selecting the number 4. event a has \\( \square \\) outcome(s).

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the event

Event A is selecting the number 4. There is only one specific number (4) that satisfies this event.

Step2: Recall the definition of a simple event

A simple event is an event that has only one outcome. Since event A has only one outcome (selecting 4), we can determine its nature.

Answer:

Event A has \(1\) outcome. Event A is a simple event.