Math Section I Flashcards
What is probability?
the likelihood that an outcome will occur
What is the probability the Sun will rise in the West tomorrow?
0%, the Sun always rises in the East
What is the probability the Sun will set in the West?
100%, the Sun always sets in the West
What is the probability the Sun will rise in the East?
100%, the Sun always rises in the East
What is the probability the Sun will set in the East?
0%, the Sun always sets in the West
What is an impossible probability?
0%
What is the probability of something that is guaranteed?
100%
What is the probability of something that is equally likely as unlikely?
50%
What is the favorable outcome?
the outcome we are trying to predict the probability of
What is the formula for probability?
P = number of times favorable event occurs/total number of times any event occurs
How many outcomes can occur when flipping a coin?
2
How many outcomes can occur when rolling a number cube? (A number cube = dice)
6
How many outcomes can occur on a standard deck of cards?
52
How many diamonds are in a standard deck of cards?
13
How many spades are in a standard deck of cards?
13
How many clubs are in a standard deck of cards?
13