The probability that one of us is chosen first is 2/16. Now that one of us has been chosen there are 15 left. The probability that the other is chosen is 1/15. The probability that both of us are chosen is 2/16 * 1/15 = 1/120.
Jiaxin Z.
asked • 04/06/20What is the probability that you and your friend are chosen for the debate?
A debate club has 16 members. Two members are randomly chosen for a debate. What is the probability that you and your friend are chosen for the debate? Write your answer as a fraction in simplest form.
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