The Probability of Obtaining Three Consecutive Heads on Three Tosses

question 35

Multiple Choice

The probability of obtaining three consecutive heads on three tosses of a coin is:

• A) 1.50
• B) .50
• C) .25
• D) .125

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Definitions:

Explicit Cost

Direct, out-of-pocket payments for goods or services that a company incurs in the course of doing business.

Economic Profit

The difference between the total revenue received by a firm and the total cost of all resources used, including opportunity costs.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of forgoing the next best alternative when making a decision. It represents the benefits an individual, investor or business misses out on when choosing one alternative over another.

Implicit Rate

The implied rate of return that is not explicitly stated, often used in the context of comparing the cost of borrowing to the rate of return on investments.