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The probability of two white marbles chosen is to be estimated.
Answer to Problem 2ACYP
The probability of two white marbles chosen is
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Concept Used:
Probability of an event is calculated as:
Where,
The probability of an event:
The number of favourable outcomes:
The total number of events in the
Calculation:
The probability of choosing first white marble is calculated as:
Now, only four marbles of white colour left.
The probability of choosing second white marble is calculated as:
So, the probability of choosing two white marbles is given as:
Conclusion:
Hence, the probability of choosing two white marbles is
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