Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The probability that the tetrahedron would come to rest with the number
Concept Introduction:
The term probability is used to indicate the possibilities of the desired outcomes. The value of probability lies from
(b)
Interpretation:
The probability that the tetrahedron would come to rest with the number
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
(c)
Interpretation:
The most likely number that
Concept Introduction:
Refer to part (a).
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