Two male and three female students attempt to solve the same problem in probability. Those of the same sex have equal probabilities of solving the problem, but each male is twice as likely to solve as any female. Find the probability that a female solves the problem.

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Two male and three female students attempt to solve the same problem in probability. Those of the same sex have equal probabilities of solving the problem, but each male is twice as likely to solve as any female. Find the probability that a female solves the problem.

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