S.4.c
Create a probability distribution for the values of a discrete random variable.
Example Problems
Justin, Cam, and Ben are playing a board game where exactly one player will win.
The table shows an incomplete probability model for who will win the board game.
What is the probability that Ben will win the board game?
The table shows an incomplete probability model for who will win the board game.
| Players | Probability |
|---|---|
| Justin | 20% |
| Cam | 50% |
| Ben | ? |
What is the probability that Ben will win the board game?
After Cynthia microwaves her bowl of morning porridge, it is either too cold, just right, or too hot.
The table shows an incomplete probability model for the temperature of her bowl of porridge.
What is the probability that Cynthia's morning porridge will be just right?
The table shows an incomplete probability model for the temperature of her bowl of porridge.
| Porridge Temperature | Probability |
|---|---|
| Too cold | 35% |
| Just right | ? |
| Too hot | 50% |
What is the probability that Cynthia's morning porridge will be just right?
Anna, Irina, Axel, and Vlad are going on a road trip.
The following table shows an incomplete probability model for who will be driving during any given kilometer:
What is the probability that Axel will be driving during any given kilometer?
The following table shows an incomplete probability model for who will be driving during any given kilometer:
| Person | Probability |
|---|---|
| Anna | |
| Irina | |
| Axel | ? |
| Vlad |
What is the probability that Axel will be driving during any given kilometer?

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