achel is setting up tables for a party. Four of the tables are covered with red tablecloths, and eight 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.

Question

What is the probability that the first guest to arrive will be seated at a table with a red tablecloth?

Answer 1

There are a total of 12 tables, 4 of which are covered with red tablecloths. Therefore, the probability that the first guest will be seated at a table with a red tablecloth is 4/12 or 1/3.