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Answer: ASet 4: 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 red card?
A card is randomly drawn from a standard 52-card deck. What is the probability of drawing a red card?
A.✓ Correct
1/2
B.
3/13
C.
1/4
D.
1/13
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 4] Choice A is the best answer. 26 red cards (hearts + diamonds). P = 26/52 = 1/2
Why others are wrong:
B: 3/13 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 1/4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 1/13 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.