Question 28 of 55beginner🔧 ApplyShort Answer3 marks
A card is selected from a pack of 52 cards. (a) How many points are there in the sample space? (b) Calculate the probability that the card is an ace of spades. (c) Calculate the probability that the card is (i) an ace (ii) black card.
(a)
Answer
There are 52 points in the sample space.
(b)
Answer
The probability that the card is an ace of spades is 1/52.
(c)
Explanation
This question tests understanding of sample space and probability calculations with playing cards. The textbook states that a deck has 52 cards divided into 4 suits of 13 cards each. Clubs and spades are black, hearts and diamonds are red. There are 4 aces in a deck (one in each suit).