The smaller train is a scale drawing of the larger train. If the length of the tire rod connecting the three tires of the larger train, as shown below, is 36 inches, write an equation to find the length of the tire rod of the smaller train. Interpret your solution in the context of the problem.

The host of a game show is holding a bag with chips to see what prizes the contestants will play for. five (5) of the chips say “new car” ten (10) of the chips say “new tv” three (3) of the chips say “trip to france” contestant named “patty” reaches into the bag. a. what is the probability of choosing a tv chip? b. what is the probability of choosing a car chip next without replacing the 1st chip? c. are these dependent or independent events?