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$3-12$ . Find the expected value (or expectation) of the games described.Carol wins $\$ 3$ if a die roll shows a six, and she wins 50.50 otherwise.
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There are two possible outcomes: either Carol rolls a six, or she doesn't. The probability of rolling a six is $\frac{1}{6}$, and the probability of not rolling a six is $\frac{5}{6}$. Show more…
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