Probability · Question 1 · Easy

A fair die is rolled once. What is the probability of getting a number greater than 4?

  1. 1/6
  2. 1/2
  3. 1/3
  4. 2/3
Answer and explanation

Answer: C. 1/3

Explanation: Favourable outcomes are 5 and 6, i.e. 2 out of 6, so the probability is 2/6 = 1/3.

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