Probability of dice sum
CMAT 2018 · Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation · Easy · Probability
What is the probability of getting a 'nine' or 'ten' on a single throw of two dice?
- A.
2/9
- B.
7/36
- C.
1/5
- D.
2/7
Answer
B
Explanation
Total number of outcomes in a single throw of two dice = .
Favorable outcomes for getting 'nine': (3, 6), (6, 3), (4, 5), (5, 4) 4 cases. Favorable outcomes for getting 'ten': (4, 6), (6, 4), (5, 5) 3 cases.
Total favorable outcomes = .
Probability = .
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