AP EAMCET2007MathematicsProbability
Four numbers are chosen at random from 1,2,3, , 40 . The probability that they are not consecutive, is
Options
- A1 2470
- B4 7969
- C2469 2470
- D7965 7969
Correct answer
C. 2469 2470
Step-by-step solution
Probability that four of the numbers are consecutive = ³⁷ C₁ ⁴⁰ C₄ Now, probability that four of the numbers are Now, probability that four of the numbers are consecutive =1- ³⁷ C₁ ⁴⁰ C₄ = 2469 2470