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If the odds in favour of an event are 3 : 2, the probability of the event is:

Answer: 3/5.

  • A 2/3
  • B 3/5
  • C 2/5
  • D 3/2

Correct answer: B. 3/5

Explanation: Odds of 3 : 2 mean 3 favourable to 2 unfavourable out of 5 total, so P = 3/5.

Concept context

Random experiments, sample space, events, and the axiomatic approach to probability

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