Question

While shuffling a pack of 52 playing cards, 2 are accidentally dropped. The probability that the missing cards to be of different colours is

• A. \( \frac{29}{52} \)
• B. \( \frac{26}{51} \)
• C. \( \frac{5}{32} \)
• D. \( \frac{27}{32} \)

Hint:

When dealing with probability involving two events, multiply the probabilities of individual events.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Probability of Different Colours.
There are 26 red and 26 black cards in a deck. The probability that the two missing cards are of different colours is calculated as the product of selecting one red and one black card.
Step 2: Conclusion.
The correct answer is (B), \( \frac{26}{51} \).