Set 3: Probability (Intermediate)

[Variation 4] **Choice B is the best answer.** Favorable outcomes: 1, 3, 5. P = 3/6 = 1/2

Explanation

Answer: B

PROBLEM

Evidence indicates that a fair six-sided die is rolled. What is the probability of getting an odd number?

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

1/6

1/2

✓ Correct

5/6

2/1

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 4] Choice B is the best answer. Favorable outcomes: 1, 3, 5. P = 3/6 = 1/2

Why others are wrong:

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

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

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