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Two dice are thrown. The probability that the sum is a prime number is:

Answer: 5/12.

  • A 1/3
  • B 7/18
  • C 1/2
  • D 5/12

Correct answer: D. 5/12

Explanation: Prime sums are 2, 3, 5, 7 and 11, occurring 1 + 2 + 4 + 6 + 2 = 15 times out of 36, so P = 15/36 = 5/12.

Concept context

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

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