Question

use common sense to determine whether the given event is possible. lightning strikes the same spot twice. a. it is impossible. b. it is possible, but very unlikely. c. it is possible and likely. click or tap the link to access the statistical thinking independent practice text ve statistical thinking independent practice text version

Explanation:

Lightning can strike the same spot, like tall structures (e.g., skyscrapers, trees) are often struck multiple times. While it's not extremely common, it's possible (not impossible) and not so rare as to be "very unlikely"—it’s plausible (e.g., due to terrain/structure attracting strikes). So it’s possible and can be likely in contexts with repeat - strike - prone spots.

Answer:

B. It is possible, but very unlikely.

Wait, correction: Actually, lightning can strike the same spot multiple times (e.g., Empire State Building is struck often). So it is possible and while not extremely common, the idea that it's "very unlikely" is more accurate than "impossible" or "likely". So the correct answer is B. It is possible, but very unlikely.