Probability Discussion
Look at probability in terms of both the real world and the medical community.
o Survey 30 people to find out if they are left-handed or right-handed, and use the following chart to create a contingency table with the information.
Left handed Right handed Total Female Male Total
Answer the following questions about the information in your contingency table:
• If a person is randomly selected from the survey participants, what is the probability that the person will be left-handed?
• If you randomly choose a female from the people you surveyed, what is the probability that she is left-handed?
• What is the odds ratio of choosing a left-handed female?
• What is the relative risk of choosing a left-handed female?
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.