Question

What is the probability when the first time spins an odd number and the second time spins an even number?

a) 1/4
b) 1/2
c) 3/4
d) 1

Answer 1

The probability of spinning an odd number on the first spin and an even number on the second spin is 1/4.

Step-by-step explanation:

The probability of spinning an odd number on the first spin is 3/6, or 1/2, since there are three odd numbers (1, 3, 5) out of six total numbers (1 to 6). The probability of spinning an even number on the second spin is also 3/6, or 1/2, since there are three even numbers (2, 4, 6) out of six total numbers (1 to 6). To find the overall probability of both events happening, you multiply the probabilities together: 1/2 * 1/2 = 1/4. Therefore, the correct answer is (a) 1/4.