Probability Ques 20

Question-

If two unbiased dice are rolled simultaneously, what is the probability that the sum obtained from them would be equal to 7 ?

(1) $\frac{2}{9}$

(2) $\frac{1}{6}$

(3) $\frac{7}{36}$

(4) $\frac{3}{4}$

(5) $\frac{5}{36}$

(IBPS RRBs Officers CWE (Prelim Exam) 10.09.2017)

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Correct Answer: (2)

Solution: (2)

Total possible outcomes $=6 \times 6=36$

Total favourable outcomes $=(1,6),(6,1),(2,5),(5,2),(3$, $4),(4,3)=6$

$\therefore$ Required probability $=\frac{6}{36}=\frac{1}{6}$