Which of the following represents an empirical probability?
A) The probability of tossing a head on a coin is 0.5.
B) The probability of rolling a 2 on a single die is one in six.
C) A skier believes she has a 0.10 chance of winning a gold medal.
D) Based on past observation, a manager believes there is a three-in-five chance of retaining an employee for at least one year.

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Empirical probability is based on observed data rather than theoretical calculations. Option D is an example of empirical probability because it is based on past observations of employee retention.

Which of the Following Represents an Empirical Probability