Understanding Probability

What term is used to describe an event that is guaranteed to happen?

• Unlikely

• Certain

• Likely

• Impossible

In the example with starfish and shells, why is it more probable to pick a purple starfish?

• Because they are heavier

• Because they are closer

• Because there are more purple starfish than shells

• Because they are more colorful

Why is it impossible to pick a green chewy bear from the group?

• Because there are no green bears in the group

• Because they are too small

• Because they are not tasty

• Because they are hidden