Question:

The probability of obtaining an even prime number on each die when a pair of dice is rolled is:

Updated On: Jan 18, 2024
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  • \((\frac{1}{3})\)

  • \((\frac{1}{12})\)

  • \((\frac{1}{36})\)

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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

The correct answer is D:\(\frac{1}{36}\)
When two dice are rolled, the number of outcomes is 36.
The only even prime number is 2.
Let E be the event of getting an even prime number on each die.
∴E={2,2}
\(P(E)=\frac{1}{36}\)
Hence option (D) is correct.
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Concepts Used:

Multiplication Theorem on Probability

In accordance with the multiplication rule of probability, the probability of happening of both the events A and B is equal to the product of the probability of B occurring and the conditional probability that event A happens given that event B occurs.

Let's assume, If A and B are dependent events, then the probability of both events occurring at the same time is given by:

\(P(A\cap B) = P(B).P(A|B)\)

Let's assume, If A and B are two independent events in an experiment, then the probability of both events occurring at the same time is given by:

\(P(A \cap B) = P(A).P(B)\)

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