Question

select the correct answer.
the venn diagram below shows the type of crops planted by 50 farmers in a particular area.
if a farmer is chosen at random, what is the probability that the farmer planted corn or lettuce?
a. \\(\frac{7}{10}\\)
b. \\(\frac{1}{2}\\)
c. \\(\frac{4}{5}\\)
d. \\(\frac{3}{10}\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Count farmers who planted corn/lettuce

Add the three sections: $5 + 10 + 10 = 25$

Step2: Calculate probability ratio

Divide by total farmers: $\frac{25}{50} = \frac{1}{2}$

Answer:

B. $\frac{1}{2}$