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The probability of an event which is sure to occur at every performance of an experiment is called a ___________.

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simple event

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compound event

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complementary event

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certain event

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Solution

The correct option is D certain event
The probability of an event which is sure to occur at every performance of an experiment is called a certain event.
Example: Head or Tail is a certain event connected with tossing a coin.

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