Introduction to Probability

This lecture series introduces the concept of probability and gives examples of calculating basic probability. Watch the videos and complete the interactive exercises.

Practice

Comparing probabilities - Answers

1. The events are listed below from least to most likely.

Aly wins, Marvin wins, Hank wins

2. It is more likely that Ahmed wins the chess game.

3. The events are listed below from least to most likely.

Train leaves early, Train leaves on time, Train leaves late

4. It is more likely that Simone finds safety by leaving in her raft.

5. The events are listed below from least likely to most likely.

Elizabeth wins, Erin wins, Anna wins

6. It is more likely that Jamie makes money investing in stocks.

7. The events are listed below from least to most likely.

Retrial, Guilty, Innocent