For the last week, a baseball player hit 1 homerun in 4 opportunities. Based on this statistic, how many homeruns is he expected to hit in 60 opportunitles? A 12 homeruns B 15 homeruns C 10 homeruns

If the player hit 1 homerun in 4 opportunities, this equates to a homerun rate of 0.25 (or 25%). To find the expected number of homeruns in 60 opportunities, you would multiply the total opportunities by the homerun rate: 0.25 × 60 = 15 homeruns. So the answer is B 15 homeruns! Now, let's make this even more interesting! Did you know that the record for the most homeruns in a single season is 73, set by Barry Bonds in 2001? Imagine if today's player could channel some of that slugger energy! For a real-world application, this math isn't just for baseball. In any sport or activity, understanding individual performance percentages can help coaches and players set realistic goals! Whether you're aiming for a fitness target or sales performance, these calculations can guide you in measuring success!