Chapter 12 – Probability

Class 10 Math | New 2026 Edition | PECTAA Syllabus

Solved Exercises, Compound Events & Real-World Applications

Prepared by Muhammad Tayyab, Govt Christian High School Daska | Hira Science Academy

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Class 10 Math Chapter 12 – Probability (PECTAA 2026)

Access complete Chapter 12 – Probability notes for Class 10 Mathematics, part of the New 2026 Edition published by PECTAA based on the Revised National Curriculum 2023. Probability quantifies uncertainty in scientific research and finance. This unit covers basic probability concepts, compound events, conditional probability, and real-world applications in risk assessment, quality control, financial modeling, and data science.

Prepared by Muhammad Tayyab, Govt Christian High School Daska, this page covers all 3 exercises plus the review exercise, and links to the full set of subject-wide Class 10 Math resources: key book, solved exercises, MCQs, definitions, formulas, and more.

Class 10 Math Chapter 12 Probability 2026

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Chapter 12 Topics – Probability

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12.1 – Basic Probability Concepts

Random experiments, sample space, events, tree diagrams, possibility diagrams

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This section introduces the fundamental concepts of probability: random experiments, outcomes, sample space, events, and their types. You'll learn to use tree diagrams and possibility diagrams to visualize sample spaces and calculate probabilities.

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Exercise 12.1

Sample space, events, tree diagrams

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12.2 – Addition Law of Probability

Mutually exclusive events, Venn diagrams, union of events

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This section covers the addition law of probability for both mutually exclusive and non-mutually exclusive events. You'll learn to use Venn diagrams to visualize events and calculate probabilities of unions.

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Exercise 12.2

Addition law, Venn diagrams

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12.3 – Multiplication Law of Probability

Independent events, dependent events, conditional probability

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This section covers the multiplication law of probability for independent and dependent events. You'll learn to calculate probabilities of combined events using conditional probability and distinguish between with and without replacement scenarios.

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Exercise 12.3

Multiplication law, conditional probability

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Review Exercise 12

Complete revision and mixed practice problems

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The review exercise mixes questions from all three sections of Chapter 12, giving you a chance to test whether you can move between topics without a hint about which method applies — a useful checkpoint before exams.

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Probability – What's Inside This Chapter (PECTAA 2026)

Chapter 12 – Probability is part of Class 10 Mathematics under the Revised National Curriculum 2023. Probability quantifies uncertainty in scientific research and finance. This unit covers basic probability concepts, compound events, conditional probability, and real-world applications in risk assessment, quality control, financial modeling, and data science.

Prepared by Muhammad Tayyab, Govt Christian High School Daska, this chapter's notes cover all 3 exercises plus the review exercise, with step-by-step solutions throughout.

What This Chapter Covers

  • Basic concepts, compound events, conditional probability, real-world applications
  • Step-by-step solved exercises for all 3 sections
  • Based on the PECTAA 2026 syllabus
  • A complete review exercise for revision
  • Free access, no downloads required

🌐 Why This Chapter Matters

Probability quantifies uncertainty in scientific research and finance. This unit covers basic probability concepts, compound events, conditional probability, and real-world applications in risk assessment, quality control, financial modeling, and data science.

Mastering this chapter builds a foundation for higher studies and board exam success under the PECTAA 2026 syllabus.

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Chapter 12: Probability

Basic concepts, compound events, conditional probability, and real-world applications in risk assessment.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Probability

What does this chapter cover?

Probability quantifies uncertainty in scientific research and finance. This unit covers basic probability concepts, compound events, conditional probability, and real-world applications in risk assessment, quality control, financial modeling, and data science.

How many exercises are in this chapter?

Chapter 12 has 3 exercises plus a review exercise, each with full step-by-step solved solutions.

Are these notes aligned with PECTAA 2026?

Yes, all content follows the PECTAA 2026 syllabus based on the Revised National Curriculum 2023 for Class 10 Mathematics.

Which BISE boards does this chapter apply to?

All 10 BISE boards in Punjab follow the same PECTAA 2026 syllabus, so this chapter applies equally to every board.

Is this resource free?

Yes, all Chapter 12 notes and solved exercises are completely free to access online.

Does this include the review exercise?

Yes, the review exercise is included alongside the regular exercises, with full step-by-step working.

Can I use this without a tutor?

Yes, the step-by-step solutions are written to be followed independently, making this suitable for self-study.

Where can I find MCQs or a guess paper?

See the toolkit section above for the full set of subject-wide Class 10 Math resources, including MCQs, definitions, formulas, and guess paper.

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