Bao rolls a standard six-sided die, numbered from 1 to 6 . Which word or phrase describes the probability that she will roll an even number?impossiblecertainlikelyan equal chance or 50−50
Q. Bao rolls a standard six-sided die, numbered from 1 to 6 . Which word or phrase describes the probability that she will roll an even number?impossiblecertainlikelyan equal chance or 50−50
Determine Total Outcomes: First, we need to determine the total number of possible outcomes when rolling a six-sided die.Since the die has six sides, there are 6 possible outcomes.
Identify Favorable Outcomes: Next, we identify the number of favorable outcomes for rolling an even number. The even numbers on a six-sided die are 2, 4, and 6. That gives us 3 favorable outcomes.
Calculate Probability: Now, we calculate the probability of rolling an even number. The probability is the number of favorable outcomes divided by the total number of possible outcomes. Probability = Number of favorable outcomes / Total number of possible outcomes Probability = 63
Simplify Fraction: We simplify the fraction to find the probability in its simplest form. 63 simplifies to 21.
Convert to Phrase: Finally, we convert the fraction to a word or phrase that describes the probability.Since 1/2 is equivalent to 50%, the correct phrase to describe the probability is "an equal chance or 50-50."
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