Set 1: Probability (Beginner)

**Choice B is the best answer.** Favorable outcomes: 1, 2. P = 2/6 = 1/3

Explanation

Answer: B

PROBLEM

A fair six-sided die is rolled. What is the probability of getting an number less than 3?

1/6

1/3

✓ Correct

3/1

1/4

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is the best answer. Favorable outcomes: 1, 2. P = 2/6 = 1/3

Why others are wrong:

A: 1/6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 3/1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 1/4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.