The probability of drawing a picture card out of 52 cards is : ______________?

Correct answer: B. 12/52

  • A. 13/52
  • B. 12/52
  • C. 16/52
  • D. 3/52

Explanation

Picture cards are jacks, queens, and kings: 3 ranks in each of 4 suits, making 12 cards. Hence the probability is 12/52, which simplifies to 3/13.

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