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Dice, Die

Definition Of Dice, Die

A die is in the form of a cube marked with dots or numbers.

More About Dice, Die

Sum of the dots or the numbers of two opposite faces in a die is always 7.
A die is used to play the games.
Dice is the plural name of die.

Example Of Dice, Die

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The figure shown above is a die as it has 6 congruent faces marked with dots.

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Solved Example on Dice, Die

Ques: A single 6-sided dice is rolled. What is the probability of rolling a number less than 7?

Choices:

A. 1
B.  example of  Dice, Die 
C.  example of  Dice, Die
D.  example of  Dice, Die
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Step 1: Numbers in a single 6-sided dice are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. So, the number of possible outcomes is 6. 
Step 2: Since a single 6-sided dice has 6 sides, the number of favorable outcomes is 6. 
Step 3: Probability =  example of  Dice, Die [Formula.]
Step 4: P (number < 7)=""> example of  Dice, Die = 1 [Substitute the values.]
Step 5: The probability of rolling a number less than 7 is 1.

Quick Summary

  • A standard die has six sides, numbered 1 to 6.
  • The sum of opposite faces on a standard die is always 7.
  • Dice are used to introduce probability concepts.
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use physical dice to demonstrate probability concepts and allow students to conduct experiments to verify theoretical probabilities.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Basic counting skills
  • Understanding of numbers 1-6

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: A standard die is rolled once. What is the probability of rolling an even number?

Q2: What is the sum of dots on opposite faces of a standard die?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the probability of rolling a 3 on a standard die?
A: The probability is 1/6, as there is one favorable outcome (rolling a 3) out of six possible outcomes (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6).

Q: What is the difference between 'die' and 'dice'?
A: 'Die' is the singular form, referring to one cube. 'Dice' is the plural form, referring to multiple cubes.

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