Question

If the odds against Eagleton winning the election are 1 to 7, then what is the probability that Eagleton will win the election?

Answer 1

I think it is 1/6

Answer 2

If the odds against him winning are 1 out of 7...that means there must be 6 possibilities out of 7 that he will actually win.

Answer 3

Oh ok I see now how to do it. Thanks Shane

Answer 4

Ok, good.

To be clear it's because there are 7 total possibilities....1 against him winning and 7-1=6 for him winning.

Answer 5

you're welcome :)