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OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e §13.7 Probability · Exercise 2 · Probability · Counting & chance

Probability · Exercise 2

• Draw a diagram showing the sample space of a standard deck of 52 cards. Begin by distinguishing between red and black cards showing the number of each. Next show the suits: diamonds, hearts, clubs and spades. Below this list the number or face card appearing in each suit. Use your diagram to help you find the following.
ⓐ Describe in set notation the event “Drawing a king.”
ⓑ Find the probability of “Drawing a king.”
ⓒ Describe in set notation the event “Drawing a club.”
ⓓ Find the probability of “Drawing a club.”
ⓔ Find the probability of “Drawing a red six.”
ⓕ Find the probability of “Drawing a black queen.”

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