INTRODUCTION TO PROBABILITY

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What is probability?

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Probability is a measure of the likelihood that an event will occur, expressed as a number between 0 and 1.

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CCSS.7.SP.C.5

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What are the possible outcomes when tossing a coin?

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The possible outcomes are Heads (H) and Tails (T), so there are 2 outcomes.

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How many sides does a standard die have?

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A standard die has 6 sides.

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What is a prime number?

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A prime number is a natural number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself.

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CCSS.4.OA.B.4

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How many prime numbers are there on a standard die?

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There are 3 prime numbers on a standard die: 2, 3, and 5.

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CCSS.4.OA.B.4

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What is a spinner in probability?

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A spinner is a circular device divided into sections, each representing a different outcome.

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How many colors are typically used in a primary color spinner?

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A primary color spinner typically uses 3 colors: red, blue, and yellow.

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What is the total number of outcomes when spinning a spinner with 3 sections?

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The total number of outcomes is 3.

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If a spinner has 4 sections, how many non-red outcomes are there if one section is red?

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There are 3 non-red outcomes.

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What is the formula for calculating probability?

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

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CCSS.7.SP.C.7A