Suppose a market survey of 200 consumers was conducted to determine the likelihood of each consumer purchasing a new computer next year.The data were collected based on the age of the
Consumer and are shown below:
Using the table above,which of the following statements is true?
A)Younger consumers are more likely to purchase a computer next year.
B)Older consumers are more likely to purchase a computer next year.
C)There does not appear to be a relationship between age and purchasing a computer.
D)Individuals between 25 and 34 are most likely to purchase a new computer next year.
E)None of the above statements are true.

Question

Suppose a market survey of 200 consumers was conducted to determine the likelihood of each consumer purchasing a new computer next year.The data were collected based on the age of the
Consumer and are shown below:
 Using the table above,which of the following statements is true?
A)Younger consumers are more likely to purchase a computer next year. 
B)Older consumers are more likely to purchase a computer next year. 
C)There does not appear to be a relationship between age and purchasing a computer. 
D)Individuals between 25 and 34 are most likely to purchase a new computer next year. 
E)None of the above statements are true.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Based on the table, individuals between 25 and 34 have the highest likelihood of purchasing a new computer next year as the percentage in this age group is the highest among all age groups. Therefore, option D is the correct choice. Option A and B cannot be determined from the data in the table. Option C is incorrect as there appears to be a relationship between age and the likelihood of purchasing a new computer. Option E is also incorrect as option D is true.

Suppose a Market Survey of 200 Consumers Was Conducted to Determine