What is the probability of #4

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In summary, the probability of the player matching exactly 3 numbers from a 10 number lottery without repetition, given the conditions of both the player and lottery having repeated numbers, can be calculated using the combination formula (C(6,3)=20). However, due to the constraint of having repeated numbers, the actual probability is approximately 1.75/1260, which is slightly higher than the calculated hypothetical probability of 1/1260. Further experimentation and calculation is needed to determine the exact probability.
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What is the probability of the player matching exactly 3 numbers from a 10 number lottery (0...9) w/o repetition, given the conditions:
- player and lottery pick 6 numbers;
- player always has a repeated number;
- lottery always has a repeated number.
for example:

123455
123455

Here there's many matches of 3. Because it's a match of 6/6 it means that there are C(6,3)=20 matches of 3... I think

Note. Legit choice:
123455
112345
It also means the player matched 4 numbers while picking only 3, which means C(4,3) ways to match a 3 number... match
 
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Actually the point is only the number matchings on the lottery using just 3 player numbers.

This is a conditional probability problem.

I experimented on matching all numbers between ABCD;EE and ABCD;EE
Hypothetic (calculated) probability: 1/1260

Real probability: ~1.75/1260
0.0013608333 experiment
0.00138888(8) guess = ~1.75/1260=1/720=1/6!=1/P(10,3)?=1/(1x2x3x4x5x6)

Anyone knows how to calculate this properly?
 

What is the probability of #4?

The probability of #4 depends on the context in which it is being asked. It could refer to the probability of rolling a 4 on a six-sided die, the probability of drawing a 4 from a deck of cards, or the probability of a specific event occurring that has been labeled as #4. Without more information, it is impossible to determine the exact probability of #4.

How do you calculate the probability of #4?

The method for calculating the probability of #4 depends on the situation. In general, the probability of an event is calculated by dividing the number of favorable outcomes by the total number of possible outcomes. For example, if you want to calculate the probability of rolling a 4 on a six-sided die, the probability would be 1 out of 6, or 1/6, since there is only one 4 on the die and six total possible outcomes.

What factors can affect the probability of #4?

The probability of #4 can be affected by a variety of factors, including the number of possible outcomes, the likelihood of each outcome occurring, and any constraints or limitations on the event. Other factors, such as external influences or random chance, may also impact the probability of #4.

Is the probability of #4 always the same?

No, the probability of #4 is not always the same. It can vary depending on the situation and the factors that affect it. For example, the probability of rolling a 4 on a six-sided die is different from the probability of drawing a 4 from a deck of cards. Additionally, the probability of #4 may change over time as the situation or factors change.

Can the probability of #4 be greater than 1?

No, the probability of #4 cannot be greater than 1. In probability theory, the maximum probability of an event occurring is 1, which represents a 100% chance of the event happening. Any probability greater than 1 would not make sense and would violate the principles of probability.

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