Multiple choice

Two dice are thrown simultaneously. What is the probability of getting the sum of the numbers as even?

  1. $1/3$
  2. $2/3$
  3. $1/2$
  4. $3/4$

  5. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

When two dice are thrown, there are 36 total outcomes. The sum is even when both dice show even (3×3=9 ways) or both show odd (3×3=9 ways). Total favorable = 18 outcomes. Probability = 18/36 = 1/2.

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