SOLUTION: A committee of three is chosen from among the five professors – Dr. Smith, Dr. Andrews, Dr. Joalvz, Dr.Fritz and Dr. Burke. What is the probability that

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Question 984525: A committee of three is chosen from among the five professors – Dr. Smith,
Dr. Andrews, Dr. Joalvz, Dr.Fritz and Dr. Burke. What is the probability that
Dr. Burke is on the committee? Show solution.
A) 1/5 B) 2/5 C) ½ D) 3/5
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The total number of 3 person committees possible given a pool of 5 potential members is given by . The number of 3 person committees possible if Dr. Burke is excluded is . Consequently, the probability that Burke will be on the committee is:



Divided by



Just do the arithmetic. If the notation is unfamiliar,

John

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