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Answer: DSet 4: Probability (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A bag contains 22 balls, 18 of which are white. What is the probability of randomly selecting a white ball?
A bag contains 22 balls, 18 of which are white. What is the probability of randomly selecting a white ball?
A.
9/12
B.
11/9
C.
9/22
D.✓ Correct
9/11
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. P = favorable/total = 18/22 = 9/11
Why others are wrong:
A: 9/12 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 11/9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 9/22 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.