Math
Probability Calculator: Chance and Odds
Learn probability basics and calculate chances.
Probability: 0 (impossible) to 1 (certain).
Formula
P = Favorable / Total. Rolling 6: 1/6 ≈ 16.7%.
Key Rules
- Addition: P(A or B) = P(A)+P(B)-P(A and B)
- Multiplication: P(A and B) = P(A)×P(B) independent
- Complement: P(not A) = 1-P(A)
Odds
P/(1-P). 25% = odds 1:3.
Frequently Asked Questions
Probability vs odds?
P = favorable/total. Odds = favorable:unfavorable.
Coin truly 50/50?
Theoretically yes. Slight physical bias possible.
Independent events?
Events that don't affect each other.
