SOLUTION: The theoretical probability that candidate Smith wins the election is given to be 13/18. What are equivalent odds that Smith wins?

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Question 294992: The theoretical probability that candidate Smith wins the election is given to be 13/18. What are equivalent odds that Smith wins?
Answer by Aust05(12) About Me  (Show Source):
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13:5 becuase the odds equal the total, so he has a 13 in eighteen chance that means 13 for winning 5 for losing