- A4/13
- B17/52
- C1/13
- D1/4
Step-by-Step Solution
Spades = 13, aces = 4, but the ace of spades is counted twice, so favourable cards = 13 + 4 − 1 = 16. Probability = 16/52 = 4/13.
Answer: A) 4/13
A card is pulled at random from a full pack of 52 playing cards. What is the probability that it is a spade or an ace (or both)?
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