The Odds for Encountering Rain on a 500-Mile Car Trip

question 9

Multiple Choice

The odds for encountering rain on a 500-mile car trip are three to one. What is the probability of rain on this trip?

• A) 0.25
• B) 0.33
• C) 0.50
• D) 0.75

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