Probability · Question 6 · Medium
Three coins are tossed. What is the probability of getting at least two heads?
- 7/8
- 1/4
- 3/8
- 1/2
Answer and explanation
Answer: D. 1/2
Explanation: Out of 8 outcomes, HHT, HTH, THH and HHH have at least two heads: 4/8 = 1/2.
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