Question

Use the complement to find the probability. Enter your answer in simplified fraction form.

There are 4 queens in a standard deck of 52 cards. You pick one card at random. What is the probability of not picking a queen?


The probability of not picking a queen is

Answer 1

You have a 48/52 chance or 12/13 (simplified) chance of not picking a Queen.

Explanation:

Answer 2

The probability of picking a queen is 4/52 = 1/13

The probability of not picking a queen is 1 - 1/13 = 12/13

Answer: 12/13