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Answer: DSet 1: Probability (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A bag contains 23 balls, 3 of which are blue. What is the probability of randomly selecting a blue ball?
A bag contains 23 balls, 3 of which are blue. What is the probability of randomly selecting a blue ball?
A.
3/24
B.
20/23
C.
23/3
D.✓ Correct
3/23
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. P = favorable/total = 3/23 = 3/23
Why others are wrong:
A: 3/24 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 20/23 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 23/3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.