An Experiment Consists of Tossing a Balanced Coin Three Times

question 23

Multiple Choice

An experiment consists of tossing a balanced coin three times.Each individual coin toss results in either a heads (H) or a tails (T) .We define a random variable ( ) as a count of heads from a given trial.How many experimental outcomes result in ?

• A) 2
• B) 1
• C) 3
• D) 0

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Definitions:

Stereochemistry

An area of chemistry concerned with the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in molecules and its impact on their chemical reactions and properties.

Esters

Organic compounds derived from carboxylic acids where the hydrogen in the hydroxyl group is replaced by an alkyl or aryl group, often responsible for the aroma of fruits.

Transesterification

A chemical reaction in which an ester is transformed into another ester through the exchange of the alkoxy group.

Methyl Benzoate

An ester formed from methanol and benzoic acid, commonly used in perfumery and flavorings.