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Two dice are thrown. The probability that the sum is 7 is:

Answer: 1/6.

  • A 1/12
  • B 1/6
  • C 5/36
  • D 1/9

Correct answer: B. 1/6

Explanation: The six pairs (1,6), (2,5), (3,4), (4,3), (5,2), (6,1) give P = 6/36 = 1/6 - the most likely sum.

Concept context

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

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