CHANCE

Chance

Definition Of Chance

The likelihood of the occurrence of a particular event is called a Chance.

More About Chance

Different types of chances are:

1. a likely event
2. an unlikely event
3. an equally likely event
4. an impossible event
5. a certain event

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Example of Chance

A coin dropped would land on the floor showing a head. This is a likely event.
I will be taller this year than the coming year. This is an unlikely event.
Yesterday was Monday. Today is Sunday. This is an impossible event.

Solved Example on Chance

Ques: Determine whether the given event is likely, unlikely, certain, or impossible to occur. "New Year is being celebrated in the month of June."

Choices:

A. a certain event
B. an unlikely event
C. an impossible event
D. a likely event
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Step 1: The event that cannot happen is called an impossible event.
Step 2: So, "New Year is being celebrated in the month of June" is an impossible event.

Quick Summary

Chance refers to the possibility of an event happening.
Events can be likely, unlikely, equally likely, impossible, or certain.

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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use real-world examples to illustrate the different types of chance. Conduct simple experiments like coin flips or drawing colored balls from a bag to demonstrate probability.

🎓 Prerequisites

Basic arithmetic
Understanding of events

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: Which of the following events is impossible?

A. It will rain tomorrow. B. A pig will fly. C. The sun will rise tomorrow. D. I will eat lunch today.

Q2: Which of the following events is certain?

A. I will win the lottery. B. I will sleep tonight. C. The sun will rise tomorrow. D. I will eat pizza this week.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between a likely event and a certain event?
A: A likely event has a good chance of happening, but a certain event will definitely happen.

Q: Can an event be both likely and unlikely?
A: No, an event can only have one level of likelihood at a given time.