Suppose There Are 3 Molecules in a Container

question 30

Multiple Choice

Suppose there are 3 molecules in a container. If each molecule has a 1-in-2 chance of being in the left half of the container, what is the probability that there are exactly 2 molecules in the left half of the container?

• A) 1/2
• B) 1/3
• C) 1/8
• D) 3/8
• E) 3/5

---

Definitions:

Whigs

A political party active in the 19th century in the United States that supported federal authority, modernization, and economic protectionism.

Securing Liberty

The act of safeguarding freedom and rights against oppression or tyranny.

Symbolic Figures

Symbolic figures are individuals, icons, or representations that hold significant meaning or symbolism within a culture, movement, or society.

Early Nineteenth Century

A period from 1801 to the 1850s marked by significant growth and change in the United States, including territorial expansion, industrialization, and social reform movements.