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2 years ago Edited: 2 years ago, helping is kind
1. You will win $5 if you select a star, but you will have to PAY $5 if you select a red shape.  Do you have a better chance of winning or paying $5?  Explain your answer with probability.


2. Create a tree diagram to show the outcomes for the scenario.

A game involves rolling a six sided die, then selecting a ball from a bag.  The bag has 1 red, 1 yellow and 1 blue ball.
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2 years ago Edited: 2 years ago, bio_man
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1. You will win $5 if you select a star, but you will have to PAY $5 if you select a red shape.  Do you have a better chance of winning or paying $5?  Explain your answer with probability.

That depends on the number of stars and red shapes there are. You need to know the probability of winning, and if they're equal, the chances are the same.



This video explains it well.
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2. Create a tree diagram to show the outcomes for the scenario. A game involves rolling a six sided die, then selecting a ball from a bag.  The bag has 1 red, 1 yellow and 1 blue ball.
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