Solve the problem.
-In a sample of 85 widgets, 2 were defective. How many defective widgets would you expect in a sample of 340 widgets?
A)6 widgets
B)11 widgets
C)8 widgets
D)22 widgets

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The ratio of defective widgets in the original sample is 2/85. To find the expected number of defective widgets in a sample of 340, you scale up by a factor of 340/85, which equals 4. Therefore, 2 * 4 = 8 defective widgets are expected.

Solve the Problem. -In a Sample of 85 Widgets, 2 Were Defective. How