Sample Spaces Probability

Classical probability uses sample spaces to compute probabilities.

• True

• False

In classical probability, all outcomes in the sample space are equally likely.

• True

• False

The probability that an event happens is 0.42.  What is the probability that the event won't happen?

• -0.42

• 0

• 0.58

• 1

The sample space for tossing 3 coins consists of how many outcomes?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

Classify each pair of events as dependent or independent. 
Roll a number cube. Then toss a coin.

• Independent

• Dependent

When two six-sided dice are rolled there are 36 outcomes. Find the probability that the sum is 6.

When two six-sided dice are rolled there are 36 outcomes. Find the probability that the sum is NOT 4.

Find the probability that you draw a 3 from a standard deck of cards.

What is the number of possible outcomes in the sample space if you flip 3 coins?

• 3

• 4

• 6

• 8

What is the number of possible outcomes in the sample space for this situation: A clown has three purple balloons labeled a, b, and c, three yellow balloons labeled a, b, and c, and three turquoise balloons labeled a, b, and c. The clown chooses a balloon at random.

• 2

• 6

• 9

• 18