Question

Maddie is setting up tables for a party. Five of the tables are covered with orange tablecloths, and ten of the tables are covered with white tablecloths. Guests will be randomly seated at the tables when they arrive. Each table can seat 8 guests.

What is the probability that the first guest to arrive will be seated at a table with an orange tablecloth?
A. 1/2
B. 1/3
C. 1/4
D. 1/8​

Answer 1

There is a 1/3 chance.

Explanation:

5 of the tables are covered in orange and 10 are covered in white,

5+10 = 15

thats the denominator, and 5 is the numerator

5/15

simplified to 1/3

Answer 2

The answer should be 1/3 I believe so