If you flip a coin three times, what is the probability of getting at least one head?
Category: Math · Difficulty: easy
Hint: Think about the opposite scenario.
Answer
7/8
Explanation
The probability of getting at least one head is 1 - (1/2)^3 = 7/8.
This is an easy math riddle — a good one for children and beginners. The answer is 7/8.
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