Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Mathematics - Section B1

Chapter

Probability

Question:

Three of the six vertices of a regular hexagon are chosen at random. The probability that the triangle with three vertices is equilateral is:

Options:

1/2

1/5

1/10

1/20

Correct Answer:

1/10

Explanation:

Total no. of triangles = ${^6C}_3$

Total no. of equilateral Δ's = 2

(ACE, BFD)

Probability = $\frac{2}{20}=\frac{1}{10}$