Set 1: Probability (Intermediate)

[Variation 3] **Choice A is the best answer.** Favorable outcomes: 2, 4, 6. P = 3/6 = 1/2

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

Researchers have observed that a fair six-sided die is rolled. What is the probability of getting an even number?

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

1/2

✓ Correct

1/6

5/6

2/2

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 3] Choice A is the best answer. Favorable outcomes: 2, 4, 6. P = 3/6 = 1/2

Why others are wrong:

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

C: 5/6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 2/2 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.