SOLUTION: Find the probablity of selecting 3 science books and 4 math books from 8 science books and 9 math books. The books are selected at random.
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Question 655677: Find the probablity of selecting 3 science books and 4 math books from 8 science books and 9 math books. The books are selected at random.
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You can put this solution on YOUR website! Find the probablity of selecting 3 science books and 4 math books from 8 science books and 9 math books. The books are selected at random.
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# of ways to succeed: 8C3 * 9C4 = 7056 ways
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# of possible outcomes: 17C7 = 19448
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P(4 math and 3 science) = 7056/19448 = 0.3628
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