You have 8 ruppees to gamble with your best friend, with capital of 5 Ruppees. The probability of you losing 1 rupee is 65%. a- What is the probability that you will be ruined? b- What is the probability that you will win the entire prize? c- Calculate the duration of the game

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You have 8 ruppees to gamble with your best friend, with capital of 5 Ruppees. The probability of you losing 1 rupee is 65%.

a- What is the probability that you will be ruined?

b- What is the probability that you will win the entire prize?

c- Calculate the duration of the game

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