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Question 673480: I am confused! I think I know the answer, but I may be wrong. Please help!
The odds against an event are 8:8. Find the probability that the event will occur.
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Answer by vleith(2983) About Me  (Show Source):
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odds of 8 : 8 say that the odds are even. 8 chances out of 16. or 1/2