A Pair of Dice, Each with the Numbers 1, 2

question 19

Short Answer

A pair of dice, each with the numbers 1, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3 on its six sides are rolled. (a) What is the expected value of the sum of the numbers showing? (b) What is the expected value of the product of the numbers showing in part (a)?

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Definitions:

Mass Transportation

Infrastructure established to transport a significant population effectively in cities and surrounding suburbs, encompassing vehicles such as buses, trains, subways, and trams.

Land Availability

The extent to which usable land is accessible for a specific purpose, such as agriculture, urban development, or conservation.

Pollution Prevention

Strategies and practices aimed at reducing or eliminating sources of pollution to prevent damage to the environment.

Urban Growth

The expansion of cities and towns as populations increase and new developments are built, often leading to challenges like congestion and pollution.