What is the probability of getting an odd number less than 3?

When a die is thrown, the probability of getting an odd number less than 3 is ______.

When a die is thrown, the probability of getting an odd number less than 3 is `1/6`.

Explanation:

When a die is thrown, then total number of outcomes = 6

Odd number less than 3 is 1 only.

Number of possible outcomes = 1

∴ Required probability = `1/6`

Concept: Probability - A Theoretical Approach

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