Statistics & Probability Problem 18
Difference Dice Game

Sara and Ben are playing a game.  They take turns tossing 2 dice.  If the difference of the numbers that come up is 0, 1, or 2, then Sara wins.  If any other differences occur, then Ben wins. 

Is this a fair game?  Justify your answer.


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CU - Conceptual Understanding 1 2 3 4 5 6

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PS - Processes & Strategies 1 2 3 4 5 6

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