When two dice are rolled, what is the probability that the sum of the numbers appeared on them is 11?


A) 1 / 6

B) 1 / 18

C) 1 / 9

D) 1

Correct Answer:
B) 1 / 18

Description for Correct answer:
n(S) = 36
n(E) = {(5,6),(6,5)} = 2
p(E) = \( \large\frac{n(E)}{n(S)} = \frac{2}{36} = \frac{1}{18} \)

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