- A1/9
- B1/12
- C5/36
- D1/6
Step-by-Step Solution
A total of 9 comes from (3,6), (4,5), (5,4), (6,3) — 4 of 36 outcomes. Probability = 4/36 = 1/9.
Answer: A) 1/9
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