SOLUTION: The probability that the favorite in a horse race will win is 0.6. In the next 6 races, what is the probability that the favorite will win at least one of the 6 races?

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Question 929961: The probability that the favorite in a horse race will win is 0.6. In the next 6 races, what is the probability that the favorite will win at least one of the 6 races?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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p(favorite wins) = .6, n = 6
P(x ≥ 1) = 1- P(0) = 1 - .4^6 = 1 - .0041 = .9959 0r 99.59%