Probability Puzzles
Hard
2 min
Three fair coins are tossed simultaneously. What is the probability of getting exactly two heads?
Hint
Count the equally likely outcomes.
Answer
3/8.
Explanation
There are 8 equally likely outcomes for three coins. Exactly two heads can occur in HHT, HTH and THH, giving three favorable outcomes.
Step-by-Step Solution
Total outcomes = 2³ = 8.
Favorable outcomes = 3.
Probability = 3/8.
Favorable outcomes = 3.
Probability = 3/8.