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Two values p and q are independently selected at random from the set {1, 2, 3, 4}, with replacement. What is the probability that p² is at least 4q?

  1. 1/4
  2. 3/16
  3. 1/2
  4. 7/16

Correct answer: 7/16

Solution

From {1,2,3,4} with replacement: q=1 needs p>=2 (3 ways), q=2 needs p>=3 (2), q=3 needs p>=4 (1), q=4 needs p=4 (1). Total 7 favourable out of 16, so probability = 7/16.

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