The probability of selecting a defective component from 20 components, 3 of which are defective, is $\frac{3}{20}$. This is an example of
A) the classical probability concept.
B) the frequency interpretation of probability.
C) the law of large numbers.
D) subjective probability.

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The classical probability concept is used here, where the probability is calculated as the ratio of the number of favorable outcomes (selecting a defective component) to the total number of outcomes (total components).

The Probability of Selecting a Defective Component from 20 Components 320\frac{3}{20}203​

The Probability of Selecting a Defective Component from 20 Components $\frac{3}{20}$