Compound Probability (Tree Diagrams and FCP)

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What is compound probability?

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Compound probability refers to the probability of two or more events happening at the same time. It can be calculated using the multiplication rule for independent events or the addition rule for mutually exclusive events.

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CCSS.HSS.CP.B.7

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How many possible outcomes are there when rolling two dice?

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36 possible outcomes.

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If you have 5 pairs of jeans, 8 t-shirts, and 2 pairs of shoes, how many different outfits can you create?

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80 different outfits.

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What is a tree diagram?

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A tree diagram is a visual representation that shows all the possible outcomes of a probability experiment, branching out from a starting point.

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CCSS.7.SP.C.8B

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What does a tree diagram help determine in a probability experiment?

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It helps determine the possible outcomes of a probability experiment.

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If a cafeteria serves 3 types of sandwiches and 2 types of drinks, how many combinations can you make?

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6 combinations (3 sandwiches x 2 drinks).

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What is the formula for calculating the total number of outcomes in a probability experiment?

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Multiply the number of outcomes for each event together.

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What is the difference between independent and dependent events in probability?

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Independent events do not affect each other's outcomes, while dependent events do.

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CCSS.HSS.CP.A.5

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What is the probability of rolling a sum of 7 with two dice?

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The probability is 1/6.

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How do you calculate the probability of two independent events occurring?

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Multiply the probabilities of each event together.

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