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What is the probability of getting exactly 3 heads from flipping 4 different fair coins? (Hint: Make a table like the one below to show all possible

outcomes and to stay organized)
TTTT
TTTH
TTHT
and so one

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Answer:

1 in 6

Explanation:

Since every time you flip a coin there is a 1 in 2 chance, you could multiply it 3 times (because that is how many times you need to get heads) and get 1 in 6. I'm not sure about the table but I hope this helps :)

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