M.5

Probability of Compound Events

Q4 · Apr–Jun

Find the probability of two independent events, like a coin and a number cube.

Level
Medium
Problems
Daniel Math Academy · Grade 7 Math

Probability of Compound Events

Skill M.5 · Probability · ★★☆ Medium · Quarter 4

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Write each probability as a fraction in simplest form.

Example

Think: For independent events, multiply their probabilities.

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    GGGGGYYR
    Pick a marble, put it back, and pick again. P(green, then yellow) = 
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    Flip a coin and roll a number cube. P(tails and an odd number) = 
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    RRRRGGGGG
    Pick a marble, put it back, and pick again. P(red, then green) = 
  4. 4
    GGBYYYY
    Pick a marble, put it back, and pick again. P(yellow, then green) = 
  5. 5
    GGGRRYYYYY
    Pick a marble, put it back, and pick again. P(yellow, then red) = 
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Answer Key

M.5 Probability of Compound Events · ★★☆ Medium

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