Question

What is the probability of tossing 2 coins at the same time and both being heads?

(1 is heads, AND the other is also heads)
A) 1/2
B) 1/3
C) 1/4
D) 1/6

Answer 1

The probability of tossing 2 coins and both being heads is 1/4.

Step-by-step explanation:

The probability of tossing 2 coins at the same time and getting both heads can be calculated using the product rule of probability. Since each coin is independent of the other, you multiply the probability of getting a head on one coin by the probability of getting a head on the second coin.

The chance of getting a head on a single toss is 50% or 1/2. So, the probability of getting heads on both coins is (1/2) x (1/2) = 1/4. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is: C) 1/4.