Question 315491
The odds against an event are 9:8. Find the probability that the event WILL occur. 
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Rule: "odds against A" = P(not A)/P(A)
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P(not A)/P(A) = 9/8
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P(not A) = 9/17
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P(A) = 8/17
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Cheers,
Stan H.