Tree Diagrams (Edexcel A-Level Mathematics): Flashcards

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What do branches in a tree diagram represent?

Branches represent possible outcomes of an event.

What are the nodes in a tree diagram?

Nodes are points where branches split for different stages.

What do leaves in a tree diagram signify?

Leaves represent the final outcomes of events.

Probability of Heads on first toss of a coin?

Probability is 12\frac{1}{2} for Heads on the first toss.

How to find the probability of a sequence in a tree?

Multiply probabilities along the branches.

What is the probability of drawing two red balls?

Depends on the total red and overall balls in the draw.

Main application of tree diagrams?

Used for multiple events where outcomes affect others.

What is conditional probability in tree diagrams?

It shows likelihood of events given prior outcomes.

What is the formula for conditional probability?

P(A∣B)=P(A∩B)/P(B)P(A|B) = P(A \cap B) / P(B) when P(B)≠0P(B) \neq 0.

What is the probability of HT in two coin tosses?

Probability of HT is 14\frac{1}{4} or 0.250.25 from tossing twice.

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