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There are 8 blue marbles, 9 green marbles, and 7 yellow marbles in a jar. What is the probability of picking a blue marble on the first try?

There are 8 blue marbles, 9 green marbles, and 7 yellow marbles in a jar. What is the probability of picking a blue marble on the first try?
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There are 8 blue marbles, 9 green marbles, and 7 yellow marbles in a jar. What is the probability of picking a blue marble on the first try?

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The probability of picking a blue marble is 33%.

Explanation:

Total marbles: 24

  • Blue marbles: 8
  • Green marbles: 9
  • Yellow marbles: 7


(8)/(24) = (1)/(3) =0.33

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