Question

Three deer A, B, and C are grazing in a field. What is the probability that deer C is closest to deer A?

a) 1/3
b) 1/2
c) 1/4
d) 1/5

Answer 1

The probability that deer C is closest to deer A is 1/2.

Step-by-step explanation:

To find the probability that deer C is closest to deer A, we need to consider the positions of the three deer. Let's assume that the field is a straight line and the three deer can be at any position along the line. Since deer B can be anywhere between deer A and deer C, they divide the line into two equal halves. Therefore, the probability that deer C is closest to deer A is 1/2 (option b).