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eviant:

The probability of winning a prize in a local contest is 1/6. Find the actual odds against winning a prize.

eviant:

@dude

dude:

The probability of something should always equal 1

eviant:

dude:

Can’t see that because of WiFi but 1-1/6 should give you your answer

eviant:

so 1:6?

dude:

No lol \(1-\frac16\)

eviant:

fractions aren't an option @dude

dude:

Okay so it gives ratios

dude:

Do losing ratio (5/6) to winning (1/6) \(\frac{\frac56}{\frac16}\)

dude:

Losing to winning

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