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Three fair coins are tossed together. What is the probability of getting exactly two heads?

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  • A1/2
  • B3/8
  • C1/4
  • D2/3

Step-by-Step Solution

There are 8 equally likely outcomes; HHT, HTH and THH have exactly two heads, so P = 3/8.
Answer: B) 3/8

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