Math Problem Statement

What is the sample space and the event of rolling a number between 2 and 4 on a standard six-sided die?

Solution

The problem involves analyzing a single roll of a six-sided number cube (standard die), and we need to identify two things:

  1. The sample space: This is the set of all possible outcomes when rolling the die.
  2. The event of rolling a number from 2 to 4: This subset of the sample space includes only outcomes satisfying the condition of being between 2 and 4.

Solution:

  • Sample space: Since the die has six sides labeled from 1 to 6, the sample space is: {1,2,3,4,5,6}\{1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6\}

  • Event of rolling a number from 2 to 4: This includes the numbers 2, 3, and 4. Hence, the set for this event is: {2,3,4}\{2, 3, 4\}

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Follow-up Questions:

  1. How would the sample space change if the number cube had more than six sides?
  2. What is the probability of rolling a number between 2 and 4?
  3. What is the complement of the event of rolling a number between 2 and 4?
  4. How would we represent the event mathematically in set notation?
  5. How would probabilities differ if the die were weighted (not fair)?

Tip:

Always ensure that the sample space comprehensively includes all possible outcomes, as any missing element could affect probabilities and calculations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Probability
Sample Space
Event

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8