CBSE Class 9 Mathematics Chapter 15 Statistics NCERT Solutions

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This chapter introduces fundamental concepts of Statistics for Class 9 students, focusing on probability. The NCERT Solutions for Chapter 15 provide clear explanations and step-by-step solutions to problems involving calculating the probability of events. Key topics covered include determining the probability of an event based on observed frequencies, such as the occurrence of boundaries in cricket, the number of girls in families, birth months of students, and outcomes of tossing coins. These solutions are designed to help students understand the empirical approach to probability, where probability is estimated from experimental data. By working through these exercises, students will develop a strong foundation in probability concepts, essential for future mathematical studies and data analysis. The detailed solutions aid in exam preparation by clarifying methods and ensuring accuracy.

Quick info

BoardCBSE
ClassClass 9
SubjectMathematics
Session2026
LanguageEnglish
TypeNCERT Solutions
ChapterChapter 15

Chapter summary

Chapter 15 of the NCERT Class 9 Mathematics textbook focuses on Statistics, with a significant emphasis on the concept of empirical probability. The exercises guide students through calculating probabilities based on real-world data and experimental outcomes. This includes scenarios like cricket match events, family demographics, student birth months, and coin toss experiments. The solutions provided break down each problem, showing how to identify favorable outcomes and total possible outcomes to compute the probability, and also verify that the sum of probabilities for all possible outcomes equals one.

Learning outcomes

  • Understand the concept of empirical probability.
  • Calculate the probability of an event based on experimental data.
  • Determine the probability of an event not occurring.
  • Interpret data presented in tables and graphs to find probabilities.
  • Verify that the sum of probabilities of all possible outcomes is 1.

Topics covered

Paper topics

  • Statistics
  • Probability
  • Empirical Probability
  • Experimental Probability
  • Calculating Probability
  • Probability of an Event
  • Probability of Not an Event
  • Data Interpretation
  • Frequency
  • Outcomes
  • Trials
  • Coin Toss Experiments

Important topics

  • Empirical Probability Calculation
  • Probability of Not Occurring Events
  • Interpreting Data for Probability
  • Sum of Probabilities
  • Real-world Applications of Probability

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Questions and Solutions

Question 1

In a cricket match, a batswoman hits a boundary 6 times out of 30 balls she plays. Find the probability that she did not hit a boundary.
Solution:

The total number of balls played by the batswoman is given as 30.

The number of times she hit a boundary is 6.

To find the probability that she did not hit a boundary, we first need to determine the number of balls on which she did not hit a boundary.

Number of balls where no boundary was hit = Total balls played - Number of boundaries hit

= 30 - 6 = 24 balls.

The empirical probability of an event is calculated as:

P(\text{Event}) = \frac{\text{Number of favorable outcomes}}{\text{Total number of trials}}

In this case, the event is 'not hitting a boundary'.

So, the probability that she did not hit a boundary is:

P(\text{did not hit a boundary}) = \frac{\text{Number of balls in which she did not hit a boundary}}{\text{Total number of balls played}} = \frac{24}{30}

Simplifying the fraction:

\frac{24}{30} = \frac{4 \times 6}{5 \times 6} = \frac{4}{5}

Therefore, the probability that the batswoman did not hit a boundary is \frac{4}{5}.

Question 2

1500 families with 2 children were selected randomly, and the following data were recorded:

Number of girls in a family: 0, 1, 2

Number of families: 211 (for 0 girls), 814 (for 1 girl), 475 (for 2 girls)

Compute the probability of a family, chosen at random, having:

  1. 2 girls
  2. 1 girl
  3. No girl

Also check whether the sum of these probabilities is 1.

Solution:

The total number of families selected is 1500.

The data recorded is as follows:

  • Number of families with 0 girls = 211
  • Number of families with 1 girl = 814
  • Number of families with 2 girls = 475

We will compute the probability for each case using the formula: P(\text{Event}) = \frac{\text{Number of favorable outcomes}}{\text{Total number of trials}}

(i) Probability of a family having 2 girls:

Number of families with 2 girls = 475

Total number of families = 1500

P(\text{2 girls}) = \frac{475}{1500}

To simplify the fraction, we can divide both numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor. Both are divisible by 25:

\frac{475 \div 25}{1500 \div 25} = \frac{19}{60}

(ii) Probability of a family having 1 girl:

Number of families with 1 girl = 814

Total number of families = 1500

P(\text{1 girl}) = \frac{814}{1500}

Both numbers are divisible by 2:

\frac{814 \div 2}{1500 \div 2} = \frac{407}{750}

(iii) Probability of a family having no girl (0 girls):

Number of families with 0 girls = 211

Total number of families = 1500

P(\text{0 girls}) = \frac{211}{1500}

This fraction cannot be simplified further as 211 is a prime number and not a factor of 1500.

Checking the sum of these probabilities:

The sum of the probabilities of all possible outcomes should be 1.

P(\text{2 girls}) + P(\text{1 girl}) + P(\text{0 girls}) = \frac{19}{60} + \frac{407}{750} + \frac{211}{1500}

To add these fractions, we find a common denominator, which is 1500.

  • \frac{19}{60} = \frac{19 \times 25}{60 \times 25} = \frac{475}{1500}
  • \frac{407}{750} = \frac{407 \times 2}{750 \times 2} = \frac{814}{1500}
  • \frac{211}{1500} (already has the common denominator)

Now, add the numerators:

\frac{475}{1500} + \frac{814}{1500} + \frac{211}{1500} = \frac{475 + 814 + 211}{1500} = \frac{1500}{1500} = 1

The sum of the probabilities is indeed 1, which confirms that these three outcomes cover all possibilities for a family with 2 children.

Question 3

In a particular section of Class IX, 40 students were asked about the months of their birth and the following graph was prepared for the data so obtained. Find the probability that a student of the class was born in August.

(The graph shows the number of students born in each month. The bar for August reaches the level of 6 students.)

Solution:

The total number of students in the section of Class IX is given as 40. This represents the total number of trials.

From the provided graph (or data), we can find the number of students who were born in August.

Number of students born in August = 6.

The probability of an event is calculated as:

P(\text{Event}) = \frac{\text{Number of favorable outcomes}}{\text{Total number of trials}}

Here, the event is 'a student was born in August'.

So, the probability that a student was born in August is:

P(\text{born in August}) = \frac{\text{Number of students born in August}}{\text{Total number of students considered}} = \frac{6}{40}

Simplifying the fraction:

\frac{6}{40} = \frac{3 \times 2}{20 \times 2} = \frac{3}{20}

Therefore, the probability that a student of the class was born in August is \frac{3}{20}.

Question 4

Three coins are tossed simultaneously 200 times with the following frequencies of different outcomes:

Outcome: 3 heads, 2 heads, 1 head, No head (0 heads)

Frequency: 23 (for 3 heads), 72 (for 2 heads), 28 (for 1 head), 77 (for 0 heads)

If the three coins are simultaneously tossed again, compute the probability of 2 heads coming up.

Solution:

The experiment consists of tossing three coins simultaneously 200 times. This means the total number of trials is 200.

The frequencies of the different outcomes are given:

  • Number of times 3 heads occurred = 23
  • Number of times 2 heads occurred = 72
  • Number of times 1 head occurred = 28
  • Number of times 0 heads occurred = 77

We need to compute the probability of getting 2 heads when the three coins are tossed again. This is an empirical probability based on the given data.

The probability of an event is calculated as:

P(\text{Event}) = \frac{\text{Number of favorable outcomes}}{\text{Total number of trials}}

In this case, the event is 'getting 2 heads'.

The number of times 2 heads occurred is 72.

The total number of times the coins were tossed is 200.

So, the probability of getting 2 heads is:

P(\text{2 heads}) = \frac{\text{Frequency of 2 heads}}{\text{Total number of tosses}} = \frac{72}{200}

To simplify the fraction, we can divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor. Both are divisible by 8:

\frac{72 \div 8}{200 \div 8} = \frac{9}{25}

Therefore, the probability of getting 2 heads when the three coins are simultaneously tossed again is \frac{9}{25}.

Common mistakes

  • Incorrectly identifying the total number of trials or outcomes.
  • Confusing the number of favorable outcomes with the total outcomes.
  • Errors in simplifying fractions.
  • Misinterpreting the data from tables or graphs.
  • Forgetting to calculate the probability of an event *not* happening when asked.

Revision tips

  • Review the definition of empirical probability and its formula.
  • Practice identifying the total number of trials and the number of favorable outcomes for each scenario.
  • Pay close attention to the wording of questions, especially when asked for the probability of an event *not* occurring.
  • Ensure all fractions are simplified correctly.
  • Use the provided solutions to check your work and understand different approaches to probability problems.

Practice MCQs

Q1. What is the probability of an event that has not occurred in a given set of trials?

Q2. In Exercise 15.1, Q.1, what is the probability that the batswoman did NOT hit a boundary?

Q3. For a family with 2 children, if the probability of having 2 girls is 19/60, what does this represent?

Q4. If the sum of probabilities of all possible outcomes of an experiment is 1, what does this imply?

Q5. In Exercise 15.1, Q.3, what is the probability of a student being born in August?

Frequently asked questions

What is the main focus of Chapter 15 Statistics in Class 9 NCERT?

Chapter 15 of Class 9 NCERT Mathematics focuses on introducing the concept of empirical probability, which is calculated based on the results of actual experiments or observations.

How are probabilities calculated in these NCERT Solutions for Chapter 15?

The probabilities are calculated using the formula: P(Event) = (Number of times the event occurred) / (Total number of trials). The solutions show how to identify these values from given data.

What does it mean to find the probability that an event did not happen?

It means calculating the likelihood of the event *not* occurring. This is done by finding the number of trials where the event did not occur and dividing it by the total number of trials.

Why is it important that the sum of probabilities of all possible outcomes is 1?

A sum of probabilities equal to 1 signifies that all possible outcomes of an experiment have been considered and accounted for, ensuring a complete probability distribution for the experiment.

How do these solutions help in exam preparation?

These solutions provide clear, step-by-step methods for solving probability problems, helping students understand the concepts thoroughly and practice applying them, which is crucial for exam success.

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