Set 2: Probability (Advanced)

[Variation 1] **Choice D is the best answer.** 13 hearts in 52 cards. P = 13/52 = 1/4

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that a card is randomly drawn from a standard 52-card deck. What is the probability of drawing a heart?

A card is randomly drawn from a standard 52-card deck. What is the probability of drawing a heart?

3/13

1/2

1/13

1/4

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice D is the best answer. 13 hearts in 52 cards. P = 13/52 = 1/4

Why others are wrong:

A: 3/13 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

B: 1/2 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 1/13 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.