The meaning of probability (AQA GCSE Statistics): Flashcards
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What is the outcome of rolling a die once?
What is the outcome of rolling a die once?
The outcome is the number that appears on top.
Define an event in probability terms.
Define an event in probability terms.
An event includes one or more possible outcomes.
What is a trial in probability?
What is a trial in probability?
A trial is the act of conducting an experiment.
Classify: 'It will snow in London in May'.
Classify: 'It will snow in London in May'.
This is classified as unlikely.
What does a probability of 0.5 indicate?
What does a probability of 0.5 indicate?
It indicates an even chance of occurrence.
What is the probability of rolling a 7 on a die?
What is the probability of rolling a 7 on a die?
This is impossible; standard dice only go to 6.
What does a probability of 1 represent?
What does a probability of 1 represent?
It represents a certain event that must happen.
How do you describe a very likely event?
How do you describe a very likely event?
It has a probability close to 1.
What is the range of probability values?
What is the range of probability values?
Probability values range from 0 to 1.
Is 'next baby born will be a boy' a probability statement?
Is 'next baby born will be a boy' a probability statement?
Yes, it predicts the likelihood of an event.