Suppose there are 12 pieces in a box, of which 4 are defective and 8 are perfect. If 5 items are drawn from these items without being returned, what is the probability that less than two defective items are drawn? A) 32.18% B) 54.78% C) 63.63% D) 46.7% E) 26.78%

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8 - )) Suppose there are 12 pieces in a box, of which 4 are defective and 8 are perfect. If 5 items are drawn from these items without being returned, what is the probability that less than two defective items are drawn?

A) 32.18% B) 54.78% C) 63.63% D) 46.7% E) 26.78%

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