SOLUTION: the probability of winning a game is 1/4, what is the probability of losing it?

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Question 860953: the probability of winning a game is 1/4, what is the probability of losing it?
Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
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I assume you can only win or lose the game, can't tie like in hockey and soccer.
If so,
P%28win%29%2BP%28lose%29=1
1%2F4%2BP%28lose%29=1
P%28lose%29=3%2F4