Set 3: Probability (Intermediate)

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

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

Researchers have observed that a fair six-sided die is rolled. What is the probability of getting an number greater than 4?

A fair six-sided die is rolled. What is the probability of getting an number greater than 4?

1/3

✓ Correct

3/1

1/4

5/6

Detailed Explanation

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

Why others are wrong:

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

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

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