Simple Probability

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What is Simple Probability?

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Simple Probability is the measure of the likelihood that a specific event will occur, expressed as a ratio of favorable outcomes to the total number of possible outcomes.

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What is the formula for calculating probability?

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Probability = (Number of Favorable Outcomes) / (Total Number of Possible Outcomes)

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What is the probability of drawing a black ace from a standard deck of 52 playing cards?

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1/26

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What is the probability of drawing a red card from a standard deck of cards?

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1/2

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What is the range of values that probability can take?

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Probability can range from 0 (impossible event) to 1 (certain event).

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What is the probability of choosing a letter other than 'A' from the word 'ALGEBRA'?

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5/7

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How many total outcomes are there when rolling a standard six-sided die?

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There are 6 total outcomes when rolling a standard six-sided die.

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What is the probability of rolling a 3 on a standard six-sided die?

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1/6

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If there are 4 yellow, 6 orange, 3 green, 5 blue, and 2 brown M&Ms, what is the probability of selecting a brown candy?

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1/10

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

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An event with a probability of 0 means that it is impossible for that event to occur.