Unit 9 · Class 8 IB MYP · MCQ Test
Probability (Theoretical) MCQ Test — Class 8 IB MYP
Practice 10 multiple-choice questions with instant answer reveal and explanations.
Probability (Theoretical) — MCQ Questions
1What is the probability of getting heads when flipping a fair coin?
Show Answer+
Answer: \(\frac{1}{2}\)
Hint: Two equally likely outcomes.
Solution:
P(heads) = 1/2.
2A die is rolled. What is P(getting a 3)?
Show Answer+
Answer: \(\frac{1}{6}\)
Hint: 6 equally likely outcomes.
Solution:
P(3) = 1/6.
3An event that is certain has probability:
Show Answer+
Answer: 1
Hint: Certain = guaranteed.
Solution:
P(certain event) = 1.
4An impossible event has probability:
Show Answer+
Answer: 0
Hint: Can never happen.
Solution:
P(impossible) = 0.
5A bag has 3 red and 7 blue marbles. P(red) = ?
Show Answer+
Answer: \(\frac{3}{10}\)
Hint: P = favourable/total.
Solution:
P(red) = 3/10.
6Probability always lies between:
Show Answer+
Answer: 0 and 1
Hint: Inclusive of 0 and 1.
Solution:
0 ≤ P(E) ≤ 1.
7What is the sample space when rolling a die?
Show Answer+
Answer: {1,2,3,4,5,6}
Hint: List all possible outcomes.
Solution:
S = {1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6}.
8P(rolling an even number on a die) = ?
Show Answer+
Answer: \(\frac{1}{2}\)
Hint: Even numbers: 2, 4, 6.
Solution:
P(even) = 3/6 = 1/2.
9If P(rain) = 0.3, P(no rain) = ?
Show Answer+
Answer: 0.7
Hint: Complementary events sum to 1.
Solution:
P(no rain) = 1 - 0.3 = 0.7.
10A spinner has 4 equal sections: red, blue, green, yellow. P(green) = ?
Show Answer+
Answer: \(\frac{1}{4}\)
Hint: 4 equally likely outcomes.
Solution:
P(green) = 1/4.
Want more questions?
Practice 60+ questions with AI-powered doubt clearing and step-by-step solutions.
Tips for Probability (Theoretical) MCQs
- 1Read each question carefully and identify what is being asked before looking at the options.
- 2Try to solve the problem mentally or on paper first, then match your answer with the options.
- 3Use elimination — rule out clearly wrong options to improve your chances even when unsure.
- 4Check units, signs, and edge cases — these are common traps in Probability (Theoretical) MCQs.
- 5Review your mistakes after completing the test to build lasting understanding.
Master Probability (Theoretical) on SparkEd
Go beyond MCQs. Practice at three difficulty levels with instant feedback, solutions, and an AI coach to clear every doubt.
Start PractisingSparkEd Maths offers free MCQ tests for Class 1-10 across 7 education boards. All questions are aligned to the 2025-26 syllabus with step-by-step solutions and AI-powered doubt clearing.