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Write the probability of an event which is impossible.

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 Write the probability of an event which is impossible.

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Solution

The probability of an impossible event is ‘0’

i.e. P(S) = 0 

Proof: Since E has no element, n(E) = 0 

From definition of probability: 

`P(S) = (n(E))/(n(S)) = 0/(n(S))` 

P(S) = 0 

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Chapter 25: Probability - Exercise 25 (A) [Page 386]

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Selina Concise Mathematics [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 25 Probability
Exercise 25 (A) | Q 9. (ii) | Page 386
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