The ratio of boys to girls in a class is 5:3. Find the probability of selecting at random, a girl from the class
A
\(\frac{1}{8}\)
B
\(\frac{1}{3}\)
C
\(\frac{3}{8}\)
D
\(\frac{3}{5}\)
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
ratio of boys to girls = 5:3
total = 5 + 3 = 8
Pr(girl) = \(\frac{3}{8}\)
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #36166)