Solve the Problem $\frac { 1 } { 9 }$ C) $\frac { 8 } { 9 }$

question 438

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-Two dice are tossed, and the random variable X assigns to each outcome the sum of the number of dots showing on each face. What is the probability that X = 5?

• A) 4
• B) \(\frac { 1 } { 9 }\)
• C) \(\frac { 8 } { 9 }\)
• D) \(\frac { 5 } { 6 }\)

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Definitions:

Binge Drinking

The consumption of an excessive amount of alcohol in a short period of time, typically defined as five or more drinks for men and four or more drinks for women in about two hours.

Analysis Result

The outcome or conclusions derived from systematically examining and interpreting data.

Probability

A measure of the likelihood that an event will occur.

Research Hypothesis

A statement made by a researcher predicting a possible outcome or association between two or more variables in a study, often tested against the null hypothesis.