In statistics and probability, what is the probability of obtaining at least one six when tossing three fair six-sided dice?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B.
- Step 1: Use the complementary probability: . The probability of not getting a six on one die is . For three dice, . Then . **Answer: . Why not the others:** is the probability of getting no sixes at all.
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