Definition Of Unlikely Event

The event that may not happen is an unlikely event

In other words, unlikely event is an event that is not likely to happen.

Examples of Unlikely Event

The following are examples of unlikely events
You will win a trip to New Zealand
Throwing ten 5's in a row
Tossing ten tails in a row

Video Examples: Math Worksheet - iCoachMath

Solved Example on Unlikely Event

Ques: Choose whether the event is likely, unlikely, or equally likely to occur. "Your hair would grow 5 inches longer by tomorrow."

Choices:

A. a likely event
B. an unlikely event
C. an equally likely event
Correct answer: B

Solution:

Step 1: The event may not happen
Step 2: So, it is an unlikely event.

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