OUTCOME

Outcome

Definition Of Outcome

A possible result of a probability experiment is called an outcome

Examples of Outcome

Head is a possible outcome when a coin is tossed.
6 is a possible outcome when a number cube is rolled.

Video Examples: Probability of More Complex Outcome

Solved Example on Outcome

Ques: A dime and a penny were tossed at the same time by Richard. Which tree diagram shows all the possible outcomes?

Choices:

A. Tree diagram 4
B. Tree diagram 1
C. Tree diagram 3
D. Tree diagram 2
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Step 1: The possible outcomes are HH, HT, TH, TT.
Step 2: So, there are 4 possible outcomes and only the Tree diagram 3 shows them correctly.

Quick Summary

An outcome is a possible result.
Examples include coin tosses and number cube rolls.

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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use real-world examples to illustrate outcomes. Encourage students to list all possible outcomes before calculating probabilities.

🎓 Prerequisites

Basic arithmetic
Understanding of events

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: A standard six-sided die is rolled. What are the possible outcomes?

1, 2, 3 1, 3, 5 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 2, 4, 6

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between an outcome and an event?
A: An outcome is a single possible result, while an event is a set of one or more outcomes.