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JAMB Mathematics 1986 Question 49

Question 49

Probability

A man kept 6 black, 5 brown and 7 purple shirts in a drawer. What is the probability of his picking a purple shirt with his eyes closed?

  1. A.1/7
  2. B.11/18
  3. C.7/18
  4. D.7/11
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (7/18)

Explanation

There are 18 shirts and 7 are purple, so the probability is 7/18.