Mon 9 Apr, 2012 01:32 pm - So here's my interpretation based on your awesome explanation:
step 1:
Probability of pulling one set of 5 consequitive red balls is (20/100)*(19/99)*(18/98)*(17/97)*(16/96)=0.0002... (view)
Mon 9 Apr, 2012 10:29 am - Thank you. I figured out Q1. (20/100)*(19/99)*(18/98)*(17/97)*(16/96)=0.0002
Now, do you have an idea on Q2? Thanks again. (view)
Mon 9 Apr, 2012 12:50 am - this is a multi-part question about picking red and white balls from a basket. There are 100 balls in the basket (20 red and 80 white).
A. Without putting the balls back, what is the probability... (view)