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What does “Basic probability” actually mean in Probability, and why does it matter for JEE?

probability = favourable outcomes ÷ total outcomes, always between 0 and 1.

In simple words: probability = favourable outcomes ÷ total outcomes, always between 0 and 1. Getting Basic probability clear matters because JEE questions on Probability usually test this idea directly, not just a formula you memorised.

Key point

Basic probability

Common mistake

giving a probability greater than 1.

Memory tip

if you get P > 1, recount the sample space.

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