MA.912.DP.3.3
Given a two-way relative frequency table or segmented bar graph summarizing categorical bivariate data, interpret joint, marginal and conditional relative frequencies in terms of a real-world context.
Example Problems
An organization surveyed its employees on satisfaction with a training program.
What percent of Sales employees were satisfied?
| Department | Satisfied | Not Satisfied | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR | 12 | 3 | 15 |
| IT | 18 | 6 | 24 |
| Sales | 20 | 10 | 30 |
| TOTAL | 50 | 19 | 69 |
What percent of Sales employees were satisfied?
A poll surveyed voters' party preference.
What percent of voters aged 30–49 preferred Party B?
| Party | 18–29 | 30–49 | 50+ | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party A | 40 | 60 | 50 | 150 |
| Party B | 30 | 40 | 30 | 100 |
| TOTAL | 70 | 100 | 80 | 250 |
What percent of voters aged 30–49 preferred Party B?
A survey recorded car ownership across different regions.
What fraction of rural respondents own an SUV?
| Car Type | Urban | Rural | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 50 | 30 | 80 |
| SUV | 40 | 50 | 90 |
| Truck | 10 | 20 | 30 |
| TOTAL | 100 | 100 | 200 |
What fraction of rural respondents own an SUV?

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