Simple Probability

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What is probability?

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Probability is the chance that some event will occur.

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Can the spinner land on orange?

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It is impossible for the spinner to land on orange.

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What is the probability of choosing a letter other than 'A' from the word ALGEBRA?

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5/7

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How can probability be expressed?

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Probability can be written as a fraction, a decimal, a percent, or all of the above.

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What is the probability of choosing blue from the following M & M colors: 5 green, 6 yellow, 8 blue, 7 brown?

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4/13

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What is the range of probability values?

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Probability values range from 0 (impossible event) to 1 (certain event).

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What does a probability of 0 mean?

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A probability of 0 means that the event is impossible.

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What does a probability of 1 mean?

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A probability of 1 means that the event is certain to occur.

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If a die is rolled, what is the probability of rolling a 3?

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1/6

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What is the formula for calculating probability?

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Probability = (Number of favorable outcomes) / (Total number of outcomes).