Which of the Following Activities Involves Mary Playing a Game

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following activities involves Mary playing a game of chance?

• A) Mary works eight hours at Dairy Queen and earns a total of $60.
• B) Mary spends $250 on a used video game console.
• C) Mary wins a $1,000 Visa gift card in a competitive food-eating competition.
• D) Mary wins a $500 prize in a business plan competition.
• E) Mary deposits $5 in a slot machine and does not win anything.

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