SOLUTION: A committee of three is chosen from among the five professors – Dr. Smith,
Dr. Andrews, Dr. Joalvz, Dr.Fritz and Dr. Burke. What is the probability that
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Question 984525: A committee of three is chosen from among the five professors – Dr. Smith,
Dr. Andrews, Dr. Joalvz, Dr.Fritz and Dr. Burke. What is the probability that
Dr. Burke is on the committee? Show solution.
A) 1/5 B) 2/5 C) ½ D) 3/5
Answer by solver91311(24713) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The total number of 3 person committees possible given a pool of 5 potential members is given by 
. The number of 3 person committees possible if Dr. Burke is excluded is 
. Consequently, the probability that Burke will be on the committee is:
Divided by
Just do the arithmetic. If the notation is unfamiliar, !})
John
My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
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