Math Problem Statement
Julian is a basketball player and a statistician. He keeps careful records of his ability to make
three-point shots in a game. He has turned these into some statistics and here they are:
three-pointers
0
1
2
3
Probability of making 0.12 0.30 0.34 0.10 0.08 0.04 0.02
4
5
6
What is the probability that Julian will make at least one three-pointer in a game? Show the work that
leads to your answer.
Solution
To find the probability that Julian will make at least one three-pointer in a game, we need to calculate the probability of the complementary event (making zero three-pointers) and then subtract that probability from 1.
Step-by-step process:
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The complementary event is making 0 three-pointers.
- The probability of making 0 three-pointers is given as 0.12.
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At least one three-pointer means that the number of three-pointers made is greater than or equal to 1. This is the complement of making 0 three-pointers.
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The formula for finding the probability of an event happening at least once is:
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Substituting the values we know:
Final Answer:
The probability that Julian will make at least one three-pointer in a game is 0.88.
Would you like me to explain this further or break down any other part of it? Also, here are 5 related questions that could help you dive deeper into probability:
- What is the probability that Julian will make exactly 3 three-pointers in a game?
- How would you calculate the probability of making 4 or more three-pointers in a game?
- If the probability of making 0, 1, or 2 three-pointers are given, how would you calculate the probability of making 3 or more three-pointers?
- How does the sum of all individual probabilities in a probability distribution relate to the total probability?
- How would you interpret the concept of "complementary events" in probability?
Tip: When working with probability distributions, remember that the sum of the probabilities of all possible outcomes must equal 1. This can help you check if your calculations are correct.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Probability
Complementary Events
Formulas
P(at least 1) = 1 - P(making 0)
Theorems
Complementary Events Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-10
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