Probability Question 335
Question: In a relay race, there are six teams A, B, C, D, E and F. what is the probability that A, B, C finish first, second, third respectively?
Options:
A) $ \frac{1}{2} $
B) $ \frac{1}{12} $
C) $ \frac{1}{60} $
D) $ \frac{1}{120} $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Probability of $ A=\frac{1}{6} $
Probability of $ B=\frac{1}{5} $
Probability of $ C=\frac{1}{4} $
Hence, required probability $ =\frac{1}{6}\times \frac{1}{5}\times \frac{1}{4} $
$ =\frac{1}{120} $