The Sample Space Is the Pieces of Paper Taken Two $\frac { 1 } { 7 }$

question 29

Multiple Choice

The sample space is the pieces of paper taken two at a time with the numbers 1-7 written on them. What is the probability that the sum of the two numbers drawn is 8?

• A) \(\frac { 1 } { 7 }\)
• B) \(\frac { 1 } { 4 }\)
• C) \(\frac { 3 } { 13 }\)
• D) \(\frac { 2 } { 17 }\)
• E) 0

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Definitions:

Generating Alternatives

The process of developing multiple options or solutions to address a problem or seize an opportunity.

Subjective Probability

An individual's personal judgment or belief about how likely an event is to occur, based on their own knowledge and experience.

Objective Probability

The likelihood of an event occurring based on factual and measurable data, independent of personal belief or bias.

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