Question:
The probability of drawing a face card (Jack, Queen, King) from a standard deck of cards is
The probability of drawing a face card (Jack, Queen, King) from a standard deck of cards is
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Face cards include only J, Q, K — not Ace.
Updated On: Feb 27, 2026
- $1/13$
- $3/13$
- $1/26$
- $3/52$
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
Concept:
Probability = $\frac{\text{Favourable outcomes}}{\text{Total outcomes}}$
Explanation:
A standard deck has 52 cards.
Face cards: Jack, Queen, King in each of 4 suits.
Total face cards:
\[
3 \times 4 = 12
\]
Probability:
\[
\frac{12}{52} = \frac{3}{13}
\]
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