2-a coin is tossed three times, then what is the probability of tossing three heads in succession?

Answer 1

one in eight = #1/8#

When we are looking at events that are independent (where the outcome of one event does not affect the outcome of any later events), the probability of a sequence of events happening in a certain manner is calculated by multiplying the probability of each individual together:

P(event1 and event2 and event 3 etc.) = P(event1) x P(event2) x P(event3) x etc.

So, since the probability of each toss coming up heads is #1/2#, the probability of this happening three times in succession is:
#P(HHH) = P(H) xx P(H) xx P(H) = 1/2xx1/2xx1/2 = 1/8#
Sign up to view the whole answer

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy

Sign up with email
Answer 2

The probability of tossing a head with a fair coin is 1/2. Since each toss is independent, the probability of tossing three heads in succession is (1/2) * (1/2) * (1/2), which equals 1/8.

Sign up to view the whole answer

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy

Sign up with email
Answer from HIX Tutor

When evaluating a one-sided limit, you need to be careful when a quantity is approaching zero since its sign is different depending on which way it is approaching zero from. Let us look at some examples.

When evaluating a one-sided limit, you need to be careful when a quantity is approaching zero since its sign is different depending on which way it is approaching zero from. Let us look at some examples.

When evaluating a one-sided limit, you need to be careful when a quantity is approaching zero since its sign is different depending on which way it is approaching zero from. Let us look at some examples.

When evaluating a one-sided limit, you need to be careful when a quantity is approaching zero since its sign is different depending on which way it is approaching zero from. Let us look at some examples.

Not the question you need?

Drag image here or click to upload

Or press Ctrl + V to paste
Answer Background
HIX Tutor
Solve ANY homework problem with a smart AI
  • 98% accuracy study help
  • Covers math, physics, chemistry, biology, and more
  • Step-by-step, in-depth guides
  • Readily available 24/7