Probability in Maths
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Number System and Arithmetic
Probability is the branch of mathematics where we determine how likely an event is to occur. It is represented as a numeric value ranging from 0 to 1. Probability can be calculated as:
\text{Probability} = \dfrac{Favourable \ Outcome}{Total \ Number \ of \ Outcomes}
Favourable outcomes refer to the outcome we are interested in.
Total outcomes represent the complete set of possible results an event can produce.
Below are a few examples illustrating the concept of probability in different situations:
Examples of Probability
What are the chances of the following events when we pick a random number from 1 to 10 ?
The number is divisible by 1 100% are divisible by 1, as all numbers are completely divisible by 1, so we say probability is 1.
The number is divisible by 11 0% are divisible by 11 as, none of the number is divisible by 11 as they are greater, so we say probability is 0.
The number is divisible by 2 50% are divisible by 2, numbers like (2, 4, 6, 8, 10), so we say probability is 1/2.
The number is divisible by 5 20% are divisible by 5, numbers like (5 and 10) so we say probability is 1/5.
Why Learn Probability?
1. Improves Decision Making: Helps us choose the best option when outcomes are uncertain. 2. Useful in Real Life: Used in weather forecasting, insurance, sports, medicine, and business. 3. Develops Logical Thinking: Improves reasoning and problem-solving skills. 4. Essential for Data Science and AI: Machine learning, artificial intelligence, and statistics rely heavily on probability.
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