Dice throw probability
CMAT 2019 · Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation · Easy · Probability
In a simultaneous throw of a pair of dice, find the probability of getting a total of or more.
- A.
5/18
- B.
5/12
- C.
2/7
- D.
2/36
Answer
A
Explanation
Favorable outcomes for sum :
- Sum 9: (3,6), (4,5), (5,4), (6,3) cases
- Sum 10: (4,6), (5,5), (6,4) cases
- Sum 11: (5,6), (6,5) cases
- Sum 12: (6,6) case
Total favorable cases . Total sample space . Probability .
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