Very easy probability problem .

In summary, the conversation is about a probability problem where five friends won two tickets to see NKOTB and are deciding who will get the tickets. The question is which outcome is most likely, with options for both boys getting a ticket, only one boy getting a ticket, no girls getting a ticket, or Austin getting a ticket. The answer is D, Austin getting a ticket, and the reason is because there is a higher chance for one person to be chosen out of five than for two specific people to be chosen.
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Very easy probability problem...please help.

this problem has been driving me nuts. can someone give a simple explanation.

Five friends, Austin, Bob, Brian, Jen and Gretchen enter a contest and win two tickets to see NKOTB. They decide to put their names in a hat and choose two to see who gets the tickets. Which of the following outcomes is most likely?

A. Both Bob and Brian get a ticket.
B. Only 1 boy gets a ticket.
C. No girls get a ticket.
D. Austin gets a ticket.

I know the answer; I just want to know why.

Thanks,
 
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inknit said:
this problem has been driving me nuts. can someone give a simple explanation.

Five friends, Austin, Bob, Brian, Jen and Gretchen enter a contest and win two tickets to see NKOTB. They decide to put their names in a hat and choose two to see who gets the tickets. Which of the following outcomes is most likely?

A. Both Bob and Brian get a ticket.
B. Only 1 boy gets a ticket.
C. No girls get a ticket.
D. Austin gets a ticket.

I know the answer; I just want to know why.

Thanks,

What are your answers and the logic behind them?
 

FAQ: Very easy probability problem .

What is probability and how is it calculated?

Probability is the likelihood or chance of a specific event occurring. It is calculated by dividing the number of favorable outcomes by the total number of possible outcomes.

Can you give an example of a very easy probability problem?

One example of a very easy probability problem is the probability of flipping a coin and getting heads. Since there are only two possible outcomes (heads or tails) and they are equally likely, the probability would be 1/2 or 50%.

How does probability relate to statistics?

Probability is a branch of mathematics that deals with predicting the likelihood of future events. It is a fundamental concept in statistics as it helps us understand and analyze data, make predictions, and draw conclusions.

What is the difference between theoretical probability and experimental probability?

Theoretical probability is based on mathematical calculations and assumes that all outcomes are equally likely. Experimental probability, on the other hand, is based on actual data collected from experiments and real-life situations.

How can probability be used in everyday life?

Probability can be used in everyday life in many ways, such as predicting the weather, making financial decisions, playing games, and understanding risk. It can also help us make informed decisions based on the likelihood of certain events occurring.

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