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Answer: CSet 2: Probability (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Evidence indicates 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?
A.
1/2
B.
1/13
C.✓ Correct
1/4
D.
3/13
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 4] Choice C is the best answer. 13 hearts in 52 cards. P = 13/52 = 1/4
Why others are wrong:
A: 1/2 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 1/13 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 3/13 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.