Question

A congressional district has 48,000 registered voters. A survey of 800 registered voters indicates that 300 are likely to vote for Ms. Blaine in the upcoming primary election. How many votes can she expect to receive in the election if every registered voter votes.

Answer 1

The probability of a voter choosing Ms Blaine is 300/800.
The expected number of votes for Ms Blaine in the election is
\[48,000\times\frac{300}{800}=you\ can\ calculate\]

Answer 2

18000

Answer 3

Correct!

Answer 4

Thanks!

Answer 5

You're welcome :)