Camilia sets up a passcode on her tablet, which allows only nine digit codes. A spy sneaks a look at Camilia's tablet and sees her fingerprints on the screen over nine numbers. What is the probability the spy is able to unlock the tablet on his first try? Express your answer as a fraction in lowest terms or a decimal rounded to the nearest millionth.

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Camilia sets up a passcode on her tablet, which allows only nine digit codes. A spy sneaks a look at Camilia's tablet and sees her fingerprints on the screen over nine numbers. What is the probability the spy is able to unlock the tablet on his first try? Express your answer as a fraction in lowest terms or a decimal rounded to the nearest millionth. 

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