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There are 30 names in a hat. If two names are picked without replacement, which expression shows the probability that Jack and Jill will be picked?​

There are 30 names in a hat. If two names are picked without replacement, which expression-example-1
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Answer: Choice C)

(1/30)*(1/29)

Step-by-step explanation:

Jack has a 1/30 chance of being picked since he is 1 person out of 30 total. After his name is picked, and not put back, there are 30-1 = 29 names left. The chances Jill is picked is 1/29. The two fractions are multiplied to get the overall probability both are picked.

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