If the odds in favor of Chris winning the election are 6:5, then what is the probability that a) Chris wins. b) Chris does not win.

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Chapter6: Ratio, Proportion, And Probability
Section6.7: Probability And Odds
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If the odds in favor of Chris winning the election are 6:5, then what is the probability that
a) Chris wins.
b) Chris does not win.
Transcribed Image Text:If the odds in favor of Chris winning the election are 6:5, then what is the probability that a) Chris wins. b) Chris does not win.
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