This math topic focuses on solving probability problems using binomial notation and combinations. It involves calculating values for expressions of the form "1 over n choose k", where "n choose k" is a binomial coefficient representing combinations. Each question presents a different probability expression, requiring the identification of the numerical value when "n choose k" is computed for given values of n and k. This skill is part of a broader unit on permutations and combinations within probability and statistics.

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Probability Calculation - Binomial Notation - One Over Simple Single Worksheet

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Probability Calculation - Binomial Notation - One Over Simple Single
1
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing 1 over {4\choose2 }
a A LaTex expression showing 1
b A LaTex expression showing 5 over 2
c A LaTex expression showing 1 over 6
2
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing 1 over {3\choose2 }
a A LaTex expression showing 4 over 3
b A LaTex expression showing 1 over 3
c A LaTex expression showing 1
3
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing 1 over {5\choose4 }
a A LaTex expression showing 1 over 75
b A LaTex expression showing 1
c A LaTex expression showing 2 over 9
d A LaTex expression showing 1 over 5
4
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing 1 over {5\choose3 }
a A LaTex expression showing 1 over 10
b A LaTex expression showing 1
c A LaTex expression showing 3 over 2
d A LaTex expression showing 1 over 4
5
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing 1 over {6\choose5 }
a A LaTex expression showing 6
b A LaTex expression showing 1 over 6
c A LaTex expression showing 50
d A LaTex expression showing 1
6
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing 1 over {3\choose3 }
a A LaTex expression showing 1 over 15
b A LaTex expression showing 1 over 4
c A LaTex expression showing 1 over 3
d A LaTex expression showing 6
e A LaTex expression showing 1
7
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing 1 over {5\choose5 }
a A LaTex expression showing 5
b A LaTex expression showing 1
c A LaTex expression showing 1 over 4
d A LaTex expression showing 1 over 15
e A LaTex expression showing 1 over 50
8
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing 1 over {6\choose2 }
a A LaTex expression showing 1
b A LaTex expression showing 2 over 5
c A LaTex expression showing 6
d A LaTex expression showing 1 over 15