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WAEC Mathematics 1997 Question 48

Question 48

Probability

What is the probability of having an odd number in a single throw of a fair die with the faces numbered 1,2,3,4,5 and 6?

  1. A.5/6
  2. B.2/3
  3. C.1/2
  4. D.1/3
  5. E.1/6.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (1/2)

Explanation

Three of the six faces (1, 3, 5) are odd: 3/6 = 1/2.