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Two fair dice are thrown together. What is the probability that the sum of the numbers appearing is 8?

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  • A1/6
  • B5/36
  • C1/9
  • D5/12

Step-by-Step Solution

Favourable outcomes: (2,6),(3,5),(4,4),(5,3),(6,2) = 5 out of 36; probability = 5/36.
Answer: B) 5/36

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