The Odds Against an Event E Occurring Are 4 to 1

question 145

Multiple Choice

The odds against an event E occurring are 4 to 1. What is the probability of E not occurring?

• A) 0.5
• B) 0.25
• C) 0.6
• D) 0.8

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