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What is the probability of getting a 'doublet' (same number on both) when two dice are thrown?
A1/36
B1/12
C1/6
D5/6
✓ Correct Answer: C — 1/6
Doublets are (1,1), (2,2), (3,3), (4,4), (5,5), (6,6). 6/36 = 1/6.
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