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Determine the odds of choosing 4 aces when drawing 4 cards randomly from a regular deck of cards.
7 years ago

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Answered by Macy
I tried to use the formula p(a)/p(a') but I don't know how to find the p(a) and p(a') values^
7 years ago
Answered by Steve
p(1st ace)=4/52
p(2nd ace)=3/51
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p(all 4 aces)= (4*3*2*1)/(52*51*50*49) = 4!/(52P4) = 1/(52C4) = 1/270725
so, the odds are 1:270724
7 years ago
Answered by Macy
Ohh this is a B given A question that includes permutations. I didn't see that. Thank you!
7 years ago

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