Probability - Coin Experiment - Problem Solving

Probability - Coin Experiment - Problem Solving

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Mathematics

10th Grade - University

Hard

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The video tutorial explains how to solve a probability problem using a coin experiment. It involves tossing two coins and calculating the probability of different outcomes: exactly one tail, exactly two heads, at most one tail, and at least one head. The tutorial guides through problem simplification, formula selection, substitution, calculation, and conclusion steps, ensuring a clear understanding of probability concepts.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in solving the probability problem with two coins?

Choosing the right formula

Calculating the probability

Simplifying the problem

Listing all possible outcomes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many total possible outcomes are there when tossing two coins?

5

4

3

2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the probability of getting exactly 1 tail when tossing two coins?

1/4

1/2

2/3

3/4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which outcome favors exactly 2 heads when tossing two coins?

Fourth outcome

Third outcome

Second outcome

First outcome

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'at most one tail' mean in terms of outcomes?

At least one tail

Exactly two tails

One tail or less

No tails at all

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the probability of getting at most one tail when tossing two coins?

3/4

1/2

1/4

2/4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the probability of getting at least one head when tossing two coins?

1/2

2/4

1/4

3/4