Question 26

Mathematics Probability Medium

A problem in Mathematics is given to three students \( A, B \) and \( C \) whose chances of solving it are \( \frac{1}{2}, \frac{1}{3}, \frac{1}{4} \) respectively. If they all try to solve the problem, what is the probability that the problem will be solved?

(A) \( 1 / 2 \)
(B) \( 1 / 4 \)
(C) \( 1 / 3 \)
(D) \( 3 / 4 \)
✓ Correct Answer: Option D Verified Solution

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Correct Option is D. Practice regular variations of this Probability concept to build speed and accuracy.

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