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Two dice are thrown. The probability that the sum is greater than 10 is:

Answer: 1/12.

  • A 2/9
  • B 1/12
  • C 1/6
  • D 1/9

Correct answer: B. 1/12

Explanation: Sums above 10 come from (5,6), (6,5) and (6,6) - 3 outcomes out of 36, so P = 3/36 = 1/12.

Concept context

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

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