Theoretical and Experimental Probability

Theoretical and Experimental Probability

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Mathematics

7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is theoretical probability?

Back

Theoretical probability is the ratio of the number of favorable outcomes to the total number of possible outcomes in a given situation.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you calculate the theoretical probability of an event?

Back

Theoretical probability is calculated using the formula: P(Event) = Number of favorable outcomes / Total number of possible outcomes.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is experimental probability?

Back

Experimental probability is the ratio of the number of times an event occurs to the total number of trials conducted.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How is experimental probability different from theoretical probability?

Back

Experimental probability is based on actual experiments and observations, while theoretical probability is based on expected outcomes.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the probability of an event that is certain to happen?

Back

The probability of an event that is certain to happen is 1 (or 100%).

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the probability of an event that is impossible?

Back

The probability of an event that is impossible is 0.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If a spinner has 6 equal sections numbered 1 to 6, what is the theoretical probability of landing on a 5?

Back

The theoretical probability of landing on a 5 is 1/6.

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