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A fair coin is tossed 5 times. What is the probability of getting at least 3 heads?

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  • A5/16
  • B1/2
  • C3/8
  • D11/16

Step-by-Step Solution

Total outcomes = . Favourable counts are . Probability = 16/32 = 1/2. The value 5/16 counts only exactly 3 heads.
Answer: B) 1/2

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