Math Problem Statement
Solution
The image shows a probability question asking for , which means finding the probability of drawing a 'B' tile in two successive draws from a bag. The tiles in the bag are as follows:
- 4 A's
- 2 B's
- 2 C's
The tiles are replaced after the first draw, so the draws are independent.
To solve this, we use the following steps:
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Probability of drawing a B on the first draw (P(B)):
Since there are 2 B's out of 8 tiles (4 A's + 2 B's + 2 C's),
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Probability of drawing a B on the second draw (P(B)):
Since the tiles are replaced, the total number of tiles is still 8, and there are still 2 B's. So,
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Finding the probability of drawing B on both draws (P(B and B)):
Since the events are independent (due to replacement), we multiply the probabilities of each draw:
Thus, the answer is .
Let me know if you need further explanations or details!
Here are some related questions for further understanding:
- How would the probability change if the tiles were not replaced after each draw?
- What is the probability of drawing at least one 'B' in two draws?
- How would the answer change if there were 3 B's and 3 C's instead of 2 B's and 2 C's?
- Can you calculate the probability of drawing two 'A's in the same scenario?
- How does the probability change if the number of tiles increases but the ratio of B's remains the same?
Tip: In probability, when events are independent (like drawing with replacement), the probability of both events happening is found by multiplying the probabilities of each event separately.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Probability
Independent Events
Formulas
P(A and B) = P(A) * P(B) for independent events
Probability = Favorable Outcomes / Total Outcomes
Theorems
Multiplication Rule for Independent Events
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10