Tree Diagram and Probability

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What is a tree diagram?

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

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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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What is a sample space?

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The sample space is the set of all possible outcomes of a probability experiment.

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How do you calculate the size of a sample space?

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To calculate the size of a sample space, multiply the number of choices for each category together.

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If you have 2 shirts and 3 pants, how many different outfits can you make?

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6 different outfits (2 shirts x 3 pants = 6).

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What is the probability of picking an outfit with a specific shirt if there are 2 shirts and 3 pants?

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The probability is 1/2, since there are 2 shirts and you are choosing 1.

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What is the formula for calculating probability?

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

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In a tree diagram, what does each branch represent?

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Each branch represents a possible choice or outcome in the probability experiment.

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What is an example of a simple probability experiment?

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Flipping a coin is a simple probability experiment with two possible outcomes: heads or tails.

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If you can choose 1 of 4 drinks and 1 of 3 snacks, how many combinations can you make?

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12 combinations (4 drinks x 3 snacks = 12).