Solve the problem.
-If the probability that an identified hurricane will make a direct hit on a certain stretch of beach is 0.04, what are the odds against a direct hit?
A) 24 to 1
B)25 to 1
C)1 to 25
D) 23 to 1

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The odds against an event are calculated as the ratio of the probability of the event not happening to the probability of the event happening. If the probability of a direct hit is 0.04, then the probability of no direct hit is 1 - 0.04 = 0.96. The odds against a direct hit are 0.96 / 0.04 = 24/1, or 24 to 1.

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