SOLUTION: What is the probability of not getting a 9 on two dice? a) 89% b) 83% c) 86% d) 78%

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Question 484222: What is the probability of not getting a 9 on two dice?
a) 89%
b) 83%
c) 86%
d) 78%
Answer by edjones(8007) About Me  (Show Source):
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6^2=36
45, 54, 63, 36 Four ways to get a 9
4/36=1/9
1-1/9=8/9=.89=89%
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Ed