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Set 4: Probability (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: B

PROBLEM

A bag contains 15 balls, 13 of which are green. What is the probability of randomly selecting a green ball?

A bag contains 15 balls, 13 of which are green. What is the probability of randomly selecting a green ball?

A.

13/16

B.

13/15

✓ Correct
C.

15/13

D.

2/15

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is the best answer. P = favorable/total = 13/15 = 13/15

Why others are wrong:
A: 13/16 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 15/13 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 2/15 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.