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What is the probability you draw two cards of the same color from a standard 52-card deck?

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Answer:


p = (25)/(51)

Explanation:

52 card deck = 26 red cards + 26 black cards

1) To find probability of selecting first card from 52 cards:


= (52)/(52)\\ = 1

First card may be either red or black.

2) To find probability of selecting second card:

Same colored remaining cards = 25 out of 51

Probability (P) =
(25)/(51)

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