A penny, a nickel, a dime, and a quarter are tossed. What is the probability of obtaining at least three tails on the losses

Shahar asked Apr 12, 2023

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Shahar asked Apr 12, 2023

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Answer:

1/8th chance

Explanation:

two outcomes per toss, H and T, so 1/2 probability of getting tails

0.5*0.5*0.5 = 1/8th chance

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