Math Problem Statement
Solution
Let's break down the problem step by step to fill out the table and calculate the probabilities for each event.
Event A: "Exactly one head"
We are looking for outcomes with only one occurrence of "H" (head). The outcomes listed are:
- HTT (one head) The probability is the number of favorable outcomes (1) divided by the total number of outcomes (8), so .
Event B: "Two or more tails"
We need outcomes that have at least two tails ("T"). The valid outcomes are:
- HTT
- TTT
- TTH These outcomes contain two or more tails. There are 3 such outcomes, so the probability .
Event C: "A tail on the first toss"
This event requires that the first toss results in a "T". The valid outcomes are:
- HTT
- TTT
- TTH
- THT These outcomes start with a tail. There are 4 such outcomes, so .
Filling out the table:
Event | HHH | HTT | TTT | HHT | TTH | TTH | THT | THH | Probability |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Event A: Exactly one head | ☐ | ☑ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
Event B: Two or more tails | ☐ | ☑ | ☑ | ☐ | ☑ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
Event C: Tail on the first toss | ☐ | ☑ | ☑ | ☐ | ☑ | ☐ | ☑ | ☐ |
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5 Related Questions:
- How do you calculate the probability of an event?
- What is the sample space of a three-coin toss?
- How do independent events affect probability calculations?
- What is the difference between "mutually exclusive" and "independent" events in probability?
- Can we calculate the probability of getting at least one tail in three coin tosses?
Tip:
When calculating probabilities for multiple events, always ensure the events are independent or mutually exclusive to avoid confusion.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Probability
Combinatorics
Formulas
P(A) = Number of favorable outcomes / Total number of outcomes
Theorems
Basic Probability Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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