The probability of obtaining a sum of 9 in a single throw of two dice is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The probability of obtaining a sum of 9 in a single throw of two dice is:
A. 1/9
B. 1/12
C. 1/36
D. 1/6
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Favorable outcomes: (3,6),(4,5),(5,4),(6,3) → 4. Probability = 4/36 = 1/9.

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