Probability Vocabulary Review

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If the occurrence of one event has no effect on the probability of another event, the events are said to be ____

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independent

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How do you find the theoretical probability of rolling a 4 on a standard number cube numbered 1-6?

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The # of sides with a 4 on it/total number of sides on the die, so the answer is 1/6.

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What is the experimental probability of spinning a green on a spinner with 5 equal sections labeled red, blue, green, yellow, orange, if it lands on green 2 times out of 15 spins?

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2/15

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Which word describes a 43% probability?

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Less Likely

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Which word describes a 99% probability?

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More Likely

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What is the definition of theoretical probability?

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The probability of an event occurring based on the possible outcomes in a perfect scenario.

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What is the definition of experimental probability?

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The probability of an event occurring based on the actual results of an experiment.

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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 does a probability of 0% mean?

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The event is impossible and will not occur.

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What does a probability of 100% mean?

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The event is certain and will definitely occur.