Set 1: Probability (Intermediate)

[Variation 2] **Choice D is the best answer.** Favorable outcomes: 2, 3, 5. P = 3/6 = 1/2

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Intriguingly, a fair six-sided die is rolled. What is the probability of getting an prime number?

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

1/6

2/1

5/6

1/2

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 2] Choice D is the best answer. Favorable outcomes: 2, 3, 5. P = 3/6 = 1/2

Why others are wrong:

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

B: 2/1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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