Probability Prediction

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What is probability?

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Probability is a measure of the likelihood that an event will occur, expressed as a number between 0 and 1.

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CCSS.7.SP.C.5

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How do you calculate the probability of an event?

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Probability = (Number of favorable outcomes) / (Total number of outcomes).

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CCSS.7.SP.C.7A

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What is a favorable outcome in probability?

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A favorable outcome is an outcome that satisfies the condition of the event we are interested in.

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What does it mean if an event has a probability of 0?

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It means that the event is impossible and will not occur.

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CCSS.7.SP.C.5

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What does it mean if an event has a probability of 1?

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It means that the event is certain and will definitely occur.

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CCSS.7.SP.C.5

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If a bag contains 5 red marbles and 3 green marbles, what is the probability of drawing a green marble?

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Probability of green marble = 3 / (5 + 3) = 3/8.

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CCSS.7.SP.C.7B

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What is the total number of outcomes when rolling a six-sided die?

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The total number of outcomes is 6.

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If 20 out of 35 people prefer a certain brand, how do you predict preferences for 400 people?

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Use the ratio: (20/35) * 400 = 228 people.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the least likely color to choose from a bag with 6 red, 4 white, 7 blue, and 8 yellow counters?

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The least likely color is white, with a probability of 4/25.

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CCSS.7.SP.C.7B

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How do you find the probability of an event not occurring?

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Probability of not occurring = 1 - Probability of occurring.

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CCSS.7.SP.C.5