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The probability of getting exactly two heads when tossing a coin three times is

A

`(1)/(4)`

B

`(1)/(8)`

C

`(3)/(8)`

D

`(5)/(8)`

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(c)
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  • What is the probability of getting at least three heads when flipping four coins?

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    `3/16`
    B
    `1/4`
    C
    `5/16`
    D
    `7/16`

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