How to find the conditional probability from a contingency table

How to find the conditional probability from a contingency table

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Mathematics, Physical Ed

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial covers the concept of conditional probability, focusing on calculating the probability of females playing sports given the total number of males and females involved. Initially, an error is made in the calculation, which is later corrected. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the condition in conditional probability and demonstrates the calculation process, concluding with the correct probability value.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key concept to understand when dealing with conditional probability?

The total number of outcomes

The number of favorable outcomes

The condition or 'given' part

The probability of the event itself

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the initial calculation, what was the total number of males and females playing sports?

39

67

106

90

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial incorrect probability calculated for females playing sports?

0.63

0.67

0.37

0.36

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the corrected probability of males playing sports?

0.36

0.67

0.63

0.37

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

After correcting the error, what percentage represents the probability of males playing sports?

67%

63%

36%

37%