Probability Models

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What is a probability model?

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A probability model is a mathematical representation that describes the likelihood of different outcomes in a random experiment.

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What is the purpose of using a spinner in probability?

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A spinner can be used to represent different outcomes in a probability experiment, allowing for visual and practical simulation of random choices.

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How can a coin flip be used in probability?

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A coin flip can represent a binary outcome (e.g., heads or tails), making it useful for experiments with two possible results.

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What does it mean for outcomes to be equally likely?

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Outcomes are equally likely when each outcome has the same chance of occurring in a probability experiment.

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How can rolling a die simulate random selection?

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Rolling a die can simulate random selection by assigning each face of the die to a different outcome, allowing for equal probability of each outcome.

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What is the significance of using a number cube in probability experiments?

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A number cube (die) can represent multiple outcomes and is often used to simulate random events with a finite number of possibilities.

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What is a sample space in probability?

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The sample space is the set of all possible outcomes of a probability experiment.

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How do you calculate the probability of an event?

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The probability of an event is calculated by dividing the number of favorable outcomes by the total number of possible outcomes.

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What is a random experiment?

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A random experiment is a process or action that leads to one or more outcomes that cannot be predicted with certainty.

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What is the difference between theoretical and experimental probability?

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Theoretical probability is based on the expected outcomes of an event, while experimental probability is based on the actual results of an experiment.