Probability Problems with Various Scenarios

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What is probability?

Back

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 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 an experimental probability?

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Experimental probability is the probability determined by conducting an experiment and recording the outcomes.

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What is a theoretical probability?

Back

Theoretical probability is the probability calculated based on the possible outcomes in a perfect scenario.

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

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Probability = 5/(5+3) = 5/8.

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

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It means the event is impossible and will not occur.

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

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It means the event is certain and will definitely occur.

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In a standard deck of cards, what is the probability of drawing a heart?

Back

Probability = 13/52 = 1/4.

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

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Probability = 1/6.

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If you have a spinner divided into 4 equal parts (red, blue, green, yellow), what is the probability of landing on blue?

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Probability = 1/4.