SOLUTION: One out of every 5 pieces of candy is red. What is the probability of choosing a red candy out of 40 pieces of candy?

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Question 743188: One out of every 5 pieces of candy is red. What is the probability of choosing a red candy out of 40 pieces of candy?
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
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40/5=8
8/40=1/5=20%