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In a box there are 8 red, 7 blue, and 6 green balls. One ball is picked up randomly. What is the probability that it is neither red nor green?

MathematicsProbabilityAP EAMCETAP EAMCET 2022 (04 Jul Shift 2)
Options:
  • A 23
  • B 34
  • C 13
  • D 12
Solution:
1626 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 13

It can be noted that if the ball is neither red or green, then it must be blue.

Number of blue balls =7

Now, total number of balls =8+7+6=21

Thus, the probability is =721=13

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