Question

you(A) and two other (B and C) each toss a fair coin in a two step gambling game. In step 1 the person whose toss is not a match to either of other two is "odd man out",only the remaining two those coins match go on to step 2 to resolve the ultimate winner's.
a) what is the probability that you will be advance to step 2 after the first toss?
b) what is the probability you will be out after the first toss?
c) what is the probability that no one will be out after the first toss?
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Answer 1

Answer:

b: 1/4. c . 1/4 a. you can advance immediately after first toss :50 percent.

Step-by-step explanation:

total outcomes are 2x2x2 = 8

c. hhh, ttt allow No result and hence 2/8 = 25 %.

b. out means you are facing 1/3 chance of 6/8 fatal events.= 25percent

a. you are advancing immediately if event has a result and you are on winning side . 6/8 x2/3 = 1/2 or 50 percent!