PS_5.6.1 Multiplication Rule - Independent Events

PS_5.6.1 Multiplication Rule - Independent Events

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Daphne Long

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4 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What defines independent events in probability?

The outcome of one event affects the outcome of another event.

The outcome of one event has no effect on the outcome of another event.

The events must happen at the same time.

The events must have the same probability.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the formula for calculating the probability of two independent events, A and B, both occurring?

P(A and B) = P(A) + P(B)

P(A and B) = P(A) / P(B)

P(A and B) = P(A) x P(B)

P(A and B) = P(A) - P(B)

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Show the equation and solution to find the probability of rolling "snake eyes" (two ones)

with two standard six-sided dice?

1/6 + 1/6 = 1/12

2 * 1/6 = 1/3

6 * 6 = 1/36

1/6 * 1/6 = 1/36

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the probability of flipping heads 3 times in a row?

1/8

1/3

1/2
1/4