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Three dice are thrown. The probability that all three show the same number is:

Answer: 1/36.

  • A 1/6
  • B 6/216
  • C 1/36
  • D 1/216

Correct answer: C. 1/36

Explanation: There are 6 favourable triples out of 6³ = 216, giving 6/216 = 1/36.

Concept context

Random experiments, sample space, events, and the axiomatic approach to probability

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