Question

which value cannot represent the probability of an event occurring? 0.01; $\frac{2}{85}$; 62.5%; 1.1

Explanation:

Step1: Recall probability range

The probability of an event $P(E)$ satisfies $0\leq P(E)\leq1$.

Step2: Check each option

• Option 1: $0.01$ is between $0$ and $1$ ($0 < 0.01<1$).
• Option 2: $\frac{2}{85}\approx0.0235$, and $0<\frac{2}{85}<1$.
• Option 3: $62.5\%=\frac{62.5}{100} = 0.625$, and $0<0.625<1$.
• Option 4: $1.1>1$, so it cannot be a probability.

Answer:

D. 1.1