If a coin is tossed 3 times, probability of exactly 2 heads is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a coin is tossed 3 times, probability of exactly 2 heads is:
A. 5/8
B. 1/2
C. 1/4
D. 3/8
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Favorable: HHT, HTH, THH → 3 out of 8.

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