This math topic focuses on the calculation of probabilities using the nCm notation, also known as the combination formula. The problems provide various expressions in nCm notation and ask for the evaluation of these combinations. The skills practiced include understanding and applying the combination formula to solve problems that involve choosing a subset of elements from a larger set. Each question presents multiple-choice answers, reinforcing the ability to perform calculations related to permutations and combinations, essential concepts in probability and statistics.

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Probability Calculation - nCm Notation - Simple Single Worksheet

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Math worksheet on 'Probability Calculation - nCm Notation - Simple Single (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Probability and Statistics - Permutations and Combinations Calculating - Intro' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/probability_and_statistics_permutations_and_combinations_calculation_intro/
1
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing sub 5 \text{C} sub 4
a A LaTex expression showing 1
b A LaTex expression showing 15
c A LaTex expression showing 1 over 20
d A LaTex expression showing 5
2
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing sub 4 \text{C} sub 2
a A LaTex expression showing 1 over 4
b A LaTex expression showing 6
c A LaTex expression showing 1
d A LaTex expression showing 4
3
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing sub 5 \text{C} sub 5
a A LaTex expression showing 3 over 10
b A LaTex expression showing 1 over 15
c A LaTex expression showing 10
d A LaTex expression showing 1
e A LaTex expression showing 6
4
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing sub 6 \text{C} sub 6
a A LaTex expression showing 15
b A LaTex expression showing 5
c A LaTex expression showing 1 over 15
d A LaTex expression showing 6
e A LaTex expression showing 1
5
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing sub 6 \text{C} sub 3
a A LaTex expression showing 20
b A LaTex expression showing 4 over 3
c A LaTex expression showing 4
d A LaTex expression showing 2
e A LaTex expression showing 1
6
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing sub 6 \text{C} sub 4
a A LaTex expression showing 15
b A LaTex expression showing 6
c A LaTex expression showing 5 over 12
d A LaTex expression showing 5
e A LaTex expression showing 1
7
What is the value of this probability expression?
A LaTex expression showing sub 6 \text{C} sub 5
a A LaTex expression showing 15
b A LaTex expression showing 2
c A LaTex expression showing 1
d A LaTex expression showing 6
e A LaTex expression showing 90
Probability Calculation - nCm Notation - Simple Single (Level 1) - Mobius Math