Question

A fair six-sided die is rolled. What is the probability of getting an even number?

Solution

1. The possible outcomes are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, so there are 6 outcomes.
2. Favorable even outcomes are 2, 4, and 6, so there are 3 favorable outcomes.
3. Probability = 3/6 = 1/2.