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a single letter from the word TENNESSEE is chosen. What is the probability of choosing an S or an N? Express your answer as a fraction in lowest terms or a decimal rounded to the nearest millionth.

User Julius F
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TENNESSEE = 9 letters

Probability of choosing an N = 2/9

Probability of choosing an S = 2/9

Probability of choosing an S or an N = Pr(S) +Pr(N) =2/9 +2/9 = 4/9

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