In the lottery six numbers are chosen at random from one through 99 (repetition is not allowed). What is the probability of A)winning first prize( choosing all the correct numbers )? B)winning second prize (choosing five of the correct numbers)? C) winning third prize( choosing four of the correct numbers)?

In the lottery six numbers are chosen at random from one through 99 (repetition is not allowed). What is the probability of A)winning first prize( choosing all the correct numbers )? B)winning second prize (choosing five of the correct numbers)? C) winning third prize( choosing four of the correct numbers)?

A First Course in Probability (10th Edition)

10th Edition

ISBN:9780134753119

Author:Sheldon Ross

Publisher:Sheldon Ross

Chapter1: Combinatorial Analysis

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1.1P: a. How many different 7-place license plates are possible if the first 2 places are for letters and...

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