Question:
The probability of getting a prime number is the same as that of a composite number in a throw of a dice.
Solution:
False.
The composite numbers in a dice are 4 and 6.
Probability = total number of composite numbers/ Total numbers
= 2/6 … [divide numerator and denominator by 2]
= 1/3
The prime numbers in a dice are 2, 3 and 5.
Probability = total number of prime numbers/ Total numbers
= 3/6 … [divide numerator and denominator by 3]
= ½
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