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Find the probability that a number picked at random from the set(43, 44, 45, ..., 60) ...

Find the probability that a number picked at random from the set(43, 44, 45, ..., 60) is a prime number.
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  • A \(\frac{2}{3}\)
  • B \(\frac{1}{3}\)
  • C \(\frac{2}{9}\)
  • D \(\frac{7}{9}\)
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Prime numbers = (43,47,53,59)
N = (43, 44, 45,..., 60)
The universal set contains 18 numbers.
The prime numbers between 43 and 60 are 4
Probability of picking a prime number = \(\frac{4}{18}\)
= \(\frac{2}{9}\)

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