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If the odds against debroah's winning first prize are 3 to 5, what is the probability that she will win 1st prize?

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Answer:

See below

Explanation:

Odds AGAINST are 3 to5 then odds FOR are 2 to 5

2/5 = .4 = 40% chance of winning

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