The weather table predicts the chance of rain for five days.

Day of the Week Chance of Rain
Monday 50%
Tuesday 30%
Wednesday 40%
Thursday 80%
Friday 20%

Part A: Compare the probability of rain between any two days. (6 points)

Part B: Based on the weather, if you are planning an outdoor cookout with family and friends, which day will be best to host the outside event? Explain your answer. (6 points)

1 answer

Part A:

- The probability of rain on Monday is 50%, while the probability of rain on Tuesday is 30%. This means there is a higher chance of rain on Monday compared to Tuesday.
- The probability of rain on Tuesday is 30%, while the probability of rain on Wednesday is 40%. This means there is a lower chance of rain on Tuesday compared to Wednesday.
- The probability of rain on Wednesday is 40%, while the probability of rain on Thursday is 80%. This means there is a lower chance of rain on Wednesday compared to Thursday.
- The probability of rain on Thursday is 80%, while the probability of rain on Friday is 20%. This means there is a higher chance of rain on Thursday compared to Friday.

Part B:

Based on the weather predictions, the best day to host the outdoor cookout with family and friends would be Friday as it has the lowest chance of rain at 20%. This would provide a higher chance of having good weather for the event compared to the other days listed in the table.