RANDOM
Definition Of Random
Random is a chance of picking.
More About Random
Random doesn't have any particular pattern or order.
Random is not predictable.
Every action has an equal chance of picking.
Examples of Random
When this dice is rolled, the chance of getting random result is between the numbers 1 to 6.
The values in a set are {7, 6.87, 7.23, 6.9, 7.1, 7.0}. All these values are the random values but are close to 7.
Video Examples: Introduction to Random Variables
Solved Example on Random
Ques: A bag has red, blue, and green balls. Which ones can be randomly picked?
Choices:
A. red, blue, or green
B. only red and blue
C. only red
D. only green
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Step 1: Random is a chance of picking.
Step 2: A bag has red, blue, and green balls. So, the chance of picking a ball from the bag can be red, blue, or green colors.
Step 3: So, the random result is for all the three colors, red, blue, or green
Quick Summary
- Random events have no predictable pattern.
- Each outcome of a random event has a chance of occurring.
- Random values are often used in simulations and modeling.
🍎 Teacher Insights
Use physical examples like dice rolls, coin flips, and drawing from a bag to illustrate randomness. Emphasize that past outcomes do not influence future random events.🎓 Prerequisites
- Basic arithmetic
- Understanding of chance
Check Your Knowledge
Q1: Which of the following is an example of a random event?
Q2: What does it mean for a coin flip to be random?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does it mean for something to be 'random'?
A: It means the outcome is not predetermined and each possibility has a chance of happening.
Q: Can randomness be controlled?
A: While you can influence the possible outcomes, the specific result of a random process is inherently unpredictable.