Question

the graph shows the number of each kind of book in heros personal library. a book is chosen randomly. what is the probability that the book chosen is a science fiction book? books in heros library romance 2 biography 4 science fiction 14 adventure 10

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate total number of books

Total books = \(2 + 4+10 + 14=30\)

Step2: Calculate probability of choosing science - fiction book

Probability \(P=\frac{\text{Number of science - fiction books}}{\text{Total number of books}}=\frac{14}{30}=\frac{7}{15}\)

Answer:

\(\frac{7}{15}\) (the third option)