In a simultaneous throw of two dice, what is the probability of getting a doublet ?
A
1\/6
B
1\/3
C
4\/7
D
4\/5
Correct Answer: 1\/6
In a simultaneous throw of two dice, n(S) = 6 x 6 = 36
Let E = event of getting a doublet = { (1,1), (2,2), (3,3), (4,4), (5,5), (6,6)}
P(E)=n(E)n(S)=636=16