Mathematics
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Medium
Question
A basket has 5 apples and 4 oranges. Three fruits are picked at random. The probability that at least 2 apples are picked is __________?
A
25/42
✓ Official correct answer
B
20/42
C
10/21
D
41/42
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A
25/42
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B
20/42
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C
10/21
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D
41/42
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Explanation
[C(5,2)C(4,1) + C(5,3)] / C(9,3) = (40 + 10)/84 = 50/84 = 25/42.