Aptitude - Probability - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Probability - General Questions (Q.No. 4)
4.
What is the probability of getting a sum 9 from two throws of a dice?
1
6
1
8
1
9
1
12
Answer: Option
Explanation:

In two throws of a dice, n(S) = (6 x 6) = 36.

Let E = event of getting a sum ={(3, 6), (4, 5), (5, 4), (6, 3)}.

P(E) = n(E) = 4 = 1 .
n(S) 36 9

Discussion:
52 comments Page 6 of 6.

Rama said:   1 decade ago
How to select n(e) = 4.

Malasrvizhi said:   1 decade ago
How did get the sum element?


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